How Many People Are Named Arsene?

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

Arsene
Very Rare
Ancient Greek

Arsene means 'manly' and has roots in ancient Greek culture. Only 29 people named Arsene live in the US today, making up just 1 in 11,253,703 Americans. The majority of those named Arsene are over 60, giving the name a decidedly older feel.

~29
Living in US
1 in 11,253,703
Americans
1920
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Manly
🌐
Origin
Ancient Greek
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 8
Personality Traits
Dignified Reliable Strong
8
Life Path Number

Traditionally, life-path number 8 symbolizes power, authority, and success.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

76,819
Worldwide Bearers
#12,814
Global Rank
🇨🇩 DR Congo
17,605
🇨🇫 Central African Republic
12,970
🇲🇬 Madagascar
9,976
🇨🇲 Cameroon
6,253
🇨🇮 Ivory Coast
5,703
🇷🇼 Rwanda
5,318
🇧🇯 Benin
2,442
🇪🇹 Ethiopia
2,427
🇧🇫 Burkina Faso
2,413
🇬🇦 Gabon
2,125

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
29 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 62
26
Would be under 30 (42%)
0
Would be 30–60 (0%)
36
Would be over 60 (58%)

All 62 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: 1920

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
47
Classic Feel
73
Modern Appeal
47
International
99

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

📜 Arsene Through the Generations

Arsene has been a rare but steady presence in the United States since the early 1900s, peaking in popularity in 1920 with 10 births. Over the decades, the name has maintained its niche status, with only 62 total births recorded throughout history. Today, the average age of someone named Arsene is 62, indicating that many of those born with the name are now in their senior years. With 58% of Arsene's living bearers over 60, the name carries a strong association with the older generation, reflecting its classic and timeless appeal.

✨ Similar Names to Arsene

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Arsene's Ancient Greek roots

📄 About the Name Arsene

How Many People Have the Name Arsene?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 29 people in the United States currently share the name Arsene. That works out to roughly 1 in every 11,253,703 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Arsene a Common or Rare Name?

Arsene 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 Arsene Mean?

Arsene means "manly" and comes from Ancient Greek origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 8.

Gender Breakdown

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

When Was Arsene Most Popular?

The name Arsene reached peak popularity in 1920, with 10 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 Arsene?

Approximately 29 people named Arsene live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 62. That works out to roughly 1 in 11,253,703 Americans.

Is Arsene a rare name?

Arsene is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 11,253,703 Americans has this name.

What does the name Arsene mean?

Arsene means "manly" and comes from Ancient Greek origins.

Is Arsene more male or female?

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

When was Arsene most popular?

Arsene peaked in 1920 with 10 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 US29
All-Time Births62
1 in X1 in 11,253,703
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age62
Peak Year1920
World Rank#12,814
Male %100%
Female %0%

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All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.