UK girl's name
Armeen
Of Sanskrit origin, meaning "the prosperous one" or "warrior".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2009. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Armeen is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Armeen popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2009 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5556, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2005, with 3 births.
This profile covers 6 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 2005 to 2009. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 6 living people in the UK are called Armeen. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2010 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Armeen ranked #5556 for girls in England and Wales in 2009, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2005, when 3 girls were registered as Armeen.
- • About 6 living people in the UK are estimated to have Armeen as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5556
2009
Births in 2009
3
Latest year
Peak year
2005
3 births
Estimated living
6
2026
Meaning
What does Armeen mean?
The name Armeen finds its origins in the Persian language, with roots tracing back to ancient Persia (modern-day Iran) and the regions of Central Asia. The name is derived from the Persian word "Armin," which means "noble" or "worthy of respect."
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Armeen can be found in the ancient Zoroastrian religious texts, where it was used as a name for a character. Additionally, historical records from the Sassanid Empire (224-651 CE) mention individuals bearing this name.
In the realm of historical figures, Armeen Vambery (1832-1913) was a renowned Hungarian traveler and scholar who extensively studied Central Asia and its cultures. His work significantly contributed to the understanding of the region's history and languages.
Another notable figure was Armeen Apcar (1859-1919), an Iranian-Armenian educator and writer who played a crucial role in promoting education and women's rights in Persia during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Armeen Khan (1924-2005), an Indian classical vocalist, was widely acclaimed for her contributions to the Patiala Gharana style of Hindustani music. She received numerous accolades, including the prestigious Padma Bhushan award from the Government of India.
In the literary world, Armeen Sayani (1928-2012) was an Indian poet and writer known for his works in Gujarati and English. He received several awards for his literary achievements, including the Sahitya Akademi Award in 1988.
Armeen Molla (born 1957) is a prominent Iranian-American mathematician and professor at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). His research focuses on partial differential equations and their applications in various fields, including fluid dynamics and materials science.
While the name Armeen has its roots in ancient Persia, it has transcended cultural boundaries and gained recognition across various regions, with individuals bearing this name leaving their mark in various fields throughout history.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Armeen over time
The chart below shows babies named Armeen registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2005 to 2009. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Armeen, the clearest high point is 2005. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2009, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Armeen by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Armeen was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #5177 | 6 | 2 |
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- Amber 31,922
- Anna 27,802
- Alexandra 19,455
- Amelie 18,051
- Abbie 15,971
- Aimee 15,158
- Annabelle 15,120
FAQ
Armeen: questions and answers
How popular is the name Armeen in the UK right now?
In 2009, Armeen was ranked #5556 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Armeen most popular?
The peak year on record was 2005, with 3 babies registered as Armeen in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Armeen?
Of Sanskrit origin, meaning "the prosperous one" or "warrior".
How many people are called Armeen in the UK?
A total of 6 babies have been registered as Armeen across the 2 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.