How Many People Are Named Arma?

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

Arma
Very Rare
Latin

Arma has a very unique sound and is extremely rare, with only 291 people named Arma living in the U.S. today. That makes you 1 in 1,133,372 Americans. Most are over 60, making it a name from another era.

~120
Living in US
1 in 2,762,077
Americans
1946
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Weapon or army
🌐
Origin
Latin
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 6
Personality Traits
Strong-willed Protective Determined
6
Life Path Number

The number 6 is traditionally linked to responsibility, nurturing, and a deep sense of care for home and family. People with this life path number tend to be natural caregivers who find purpose in creating harmony and looking after others.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

18,337
Worldwide Bearers
#40,283
Global Rank
🇮🇩 Indonesia
7,624
🇳🇪 Niger
3,311
🇳🇬 Nigeria
2,546
🇮🇳 India
941
🇺🇸 United States
850
🇨🇩 DR Congo
568
🇧🇩 Bangladesh
550
🇵🇰 Pakistan
326
🇵🇭 Philippines
311
🇪🇬 Egypt
239

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
291 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 84
0
Would be under 30 (0%)
10
Would be 30–60 (2%)
596
Would be over 60 (98%)

All 606 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: 1946

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
82
Classic Feel
63
Modern Appeal
37
International
97

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

📜 Arma Through the Generations

The name Arma is a fascinating blend of classic and modern, with its origins shrouded in mystery. Despite having been given to 606 babies across the country’s history, only 291 people named Arma are alive today, highlighting a significant gap between past popularity and current presence. This rarity is further emphasized by the fact that 98% of those named Arma are over 60, painting a picture of a name that has largely faded from everyday use. The peak year for births was 1946, with 33 babies named Arma, which underscores the name's historical significance. The stable trend over time suggests that while the name may not be widely used now, it retains a certain charm and heritage that continues to resonate with older generations.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Mississippi 37
Arkansas 6
Texas 6
Alabama 5

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Arma's Latin roots

📄 About the Name Arma

How Many People Have the Name Arma?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 120 people in the United States currently share the name Arma. That works out to roughly 1 in every 2,762,077 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Arma a Common or Rare Name?

Arma 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 Arma Mean?

Arma means "Weapon or army" and comes from Latin origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 6.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Arma in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Arma Most Popular?

The name Arma reached peak popularity in 1946, with 33 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 Arma?

Approximately 120 people named Arma live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 120. That works out to roughly 1 in 2,762,077 Americans.

Is Arma a rare name?

Arma is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 2,762,077 Americans has this name.

What does the name Arma mean?

Arma means "Weapon or army" and comes from Latin origins.

Is Arma more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Arma are male and 100% are female.

When was Arma most popular?

Arma peaked in 1946 with 33 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 US120
All-Time Births120
1 in X1 in 2,762,077
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age84
Peak Year1946
World Rank#40,283
Male %0%
Female %100%

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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.