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Armin

Gender: Masculine
Language: German
Etymology:
Armin is a German form of the name Arminius, a Latin form of the Germanic name Herman, meaning “Soldier” from “heri” or “harja” (army), and “man” (man).

History:
Armin, from Arminius, was also revived in Germany in the 19th century. It is also found in the United States at this time, possibly through the influence of German immigrants (although it was not at all common).

Please see Herman for more information.

Pronunciation: ar-min.

Alternates: Armen.

Famous Bearers:
Political Figures:
Arminius (18 B.C.-19 A.D)
Germanic tribal leader.

Popularity:
Percentage from the 1990 U.S. Census:
less than 0.004 % named Armin


Popularity of Armin:
Popularity (for newborns):
In the United States...
1900-2000: N/A

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