How Many People Are Named Ardis?

Complete statistics for the name Ardis: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Ardis
Very Rare
Old English

Ardis is a rare, feminine name with roots in Old English, making it a very unique choice. Only 1 in 148,255 Americans carry this name, with just 2,226 people named Ardis alive today. The majority of those named Ardis are over 60, reflecting its status as a classic, old-school name.

~1,399
Living in US
1 in 236,919
Americans
1928
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Old English origin, meaning noble strength
🌐
Origin
Old English
🌟
Lucky Day
Wednesday
💎
Lucky Stone
Aquamarine
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 6
Personality Traits
Dignified Resilient Gracious
6
Life Path Number

Life-path number 6 symbolizes harmony, responsibility, and nurturing.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

2,226
Worldwide Bearers
#70,041
Global Rank
🇱🇻 Latvia
16
🇮🇸 Iceland
16
🇻🇪 Venezuela
15
🇦🇫 Afghanistan
14
🇸🇪 Sweden
10
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 England
10
🇨🇳 China
9
🇲🇾 Malaysia
7
🇹🇷 Turkey
5
🇨🇴 Colombia
4

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
416 (19%)
♀ Female
1,810 (81%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 91
39
Would be under 30 (1%)
343
Would be 30–60 (5%)
7,034
Would be over 60 (95%)

All 7,416 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1928

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
96
Classic Feel
85
Modern Appeal
15
International
5

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Ardis Through the Generations

Ardis, a name steeped in history, reached its peak popularity in 1928 when 228 babies were given this moniker. Today, the name is stable, with most of the 2,226 living Ardises being over 60 years old. This age skew paints a picture of a name that's been passed down through generations but hasn't seen much resurgence in recent times, maintaining its vintage charm.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Minnesota 992
Michigan 575
Wisconsin 482
Iowa 470
North Dakota 277
Nebraska 259
South Dakota 247
Louisiana 184
Illinois 160
California 158

⭐ Famous People Named Ardis

Ardis is a female first name of Irish and Scottish origin. Its meaning is fervent or “blooming meadow” as a variation of Ardyce. Notable people with the name include:Ardis Fagerholm, a Swedish pop singer Ardis Joan Krainik, an American mezzo-soprano opera singer…

Full list on Wikipedia →

✨ Similar Names to Ardis

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Ardis's Old English roots

📄 About the Name Ardis

How Many People Have the Name Ardis?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 1,399 people in the United States currently share the name Ardis. That works out to roughly 1 in every 236,919 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Ardis a Common or Rare Name?

Ardis is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Ardis Mean?

Ardis means "Old English origin, meaning noble strength" and comes from Old English origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 6.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Ardis in SSA data, approximately 19% are male and 81% are female.

When Was Ardis Most Popular?

The name Ardis reached peak popularity in 1928, with 228 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Ardis?

Approximately 1,399 people named Ardis live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,399. That works out to roughly 1 in 236,919 Americans.

Is Ardis a rare name?

Ardis is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 236,919 Americans has this name.

What does the name Ardis mean?

Ardis means "Old English origin, meaning noble strength" and comes from Old English origins.

Is Ardis more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 19% of people named Ardis are male and 81% are female.

When was Ardis most popular?

Ardis peaked in 1928 with 228 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US1,399
All-Time Births1,399
1 in X1 in 236,919
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age91
Peak Year1928
World Rank#70,041
Male %19%
Female %81%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.