UK boy's name
Armen
Of Armenian origin, meaning "the bearer of strength" or "valiant".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Armen is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Armen popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5119, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2006, with 3 births.
This profile covers 6 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 2006 to 2024. 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 Armen. 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 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Armen ranked #5119 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2006, when 3 boys were registered as Armen.
- • About 6 living people in the UK are estimated to have Armen as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5119
2024
Births in 2024
3
Latest year
Peak year
2006
3 births
Estimated living
6
2026
Meaning
What does Armen mean?
The name Armen has its origins in the Armenian language and culture, dating back to ancient times. It is derived from the Armenian word "armen," which means "Armenian." This name is closely tied to the identity and history of the Armenian people.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Armen can be found in the Armenian epic poem "The Daredevils of Sassoun," which dates back to the 8th century AD. In this epic, Armen is the name of one of the main characters, a brave and courageous warrior.
The name gained particular significance during the Christianization of Armenia in the early 4th century AD. Armen was the name of one of the Armenian pagan leaders who converted to Christianity and played a crucial role in the spread of the new religion throughout the region.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Armen. One of the most famous was Armen Garo (1872-1923), an influential Armenian writer, poet, and public figure who played a significant role in the Armenian national liberation movement.
Another prominent figure was Armen Alchian (1914-2013), an Armenian-American economist and professor at the University of California, Los Angeles. He made significant contributions to the fields of industrial organization, property rights, and entrepreneurship.
In the realm of music, Armen Gilligan (1900-1984) was an Armenian-American singer and actor known for his roles in several Hollywood films during the golden age of cinema.
The name Armen also holds historical significance in the Armenian diaspora. Armen Darian (1909-1994) was a prominent Armenian-American lawyer and community leader who played a crucial role in advocating for the recognition of the Armenian Genocide.
Armen Ohanian (1887-1976) was another notable figure in the Armenian diaspora. He was a renowned writer, journalist, and activist who dedicated his life to preserving Armenian culture and promoting the Armenian cause.
These are just a few examples of the many individuals who have borne the name Armen throughout history, each making their mark in various fields and contributing to the rich cultural heritage of the Armenian people.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Armen over time
The chart below shows babies named Armen registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2006 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Armen, the clearest high point is 2006. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2024, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Armen by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Armen 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #5119 | 3 | 1 |
| 2000s | #4052 | 3 | 1 |
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- Aaron 36,366
- Alex 32,729
- Andrew 20,169
- Arlo 19,061
- Aidan 16,776
- Albie 16,017
- Albert 15,809
FAQ
Armen: questions and answers
How popular is the name Armen in the UK right now?
In 2024, Armen was ranked #5119 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Armen most popular?
The peak year on record was 2006, with 3 babies registered as Armen in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Armen?
Of Armenian origin, meaning "the bearer of strength" or "valiant".
How many people are called Armen in the UK?
A total of 6 babies have been registered as Armen 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.