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Arman
BoyPersian· “wish, ideal”
- Meaning
- wish, ideal
- Origin
- Persian
- Pronunciation
- AR-mahn
- Syllables
- 2
- US rank 2025
- #1,204
- US babies 2025
- 168
- Best rank
- #981 (1999)
- Peak year
- 2025
Meaning and origin of Arman
Arman is a Persian name that is usually said to mean “wish, ideal”.
Arman is a Persian name meaning "wish," "hope" or "ideal." It is used in Iran, Afghanistan, Central Asia and the Caucasus, reflecting the wide reach of Persian language and culture, and it is also found in India and Turkey. Arman is short and strong, with the stress on the first syllable, and it is easy for English speakers to pronounce. Its meaning, centered on aspiration and hope, gives it a warm, optimistic character, and Manny could serve as a playful nickname.
Popularity over time
Arman first appears in US Social Security records in 1917. It has ranked in the top 1,000 in 1 different years, starting in 1999. Its best national rank was #981 in 1999, and the most babies received it in 2025, when 168 were named Arman. In 2025, 168 babies were named Arman, and it ranked #1,204 nationally. That is 58% more than ten years earlier, so it is clearly on the rise.
Its national rank moved from #3,713 in 1950, #2,622 in 1980, #1,129 in 2000, #1,263 in 2010, and #1,204 in 2025. Of the 4,635 US boys named Arman since records began, 30% were born in the 2000s, its biggest decade. The 2010s come next, with 1,119 babies. Since 2010, 1,921 more have been named Arman.
Other boys' names that peaked around the same time include Perseus, Shivansh, Ravi, Dovid, and Luan.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Arman ranked highest in Virginia, California, and Washington.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | #527 | 14 |
| California | #543 | 56 |
| Washington | #909 | 6 |
| Texas | #976 | 24 |
| Florida | #1263 | 9 |
Gender, sound and spelling
In the US it is used almost only for boys.
Arman is usually pronounced AR-mahn, with two syllables. It has five letters, starts with A and ends in “-an”. Names that sound the same but are spelled differently include Armon, Armin, and Armen.
Middle names for Arman
A few middle names that flow with Arman: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Arman
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Arman mean?
Arman is a Persian name that is usually said to mean “wish, ideal”.
What is the origin of the name Arman?
Arman has Persian roots. Arman is a Persian name meaning "wish," "hope" or "ideal." It is used in Iran, Afghanistan, Central Asia and the Caucasus, reflecting the wide reach of Persian language and culture, and it is also found in India and Turkey.
Is Arman a popular name?
Not especially. Arman ranked #1,204 in the US in 2025, which puts it outside the top 1,000.
Is Arman a boy or girl name?
Arman is mainly a boy's name. In the US it is used almost only for boys.
How do you pronounce Arman?
Arman is usually pronounced AR-mahn. Stressed syllables are in capital letters.
Popularity figures come from US Social Security card applications (names given to at least five babies in a year, 1880 to 2025). How we source names and meanings