How Many People Are Named Arsenia?

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

Arsenia
Very Rare
Greek

Arsenia is a very rare name with only 121 total US births ever. Just 1 in 9,386,667 Americans is named Arsenia. Most are over 60, with the peak year being 1941.

~35
Living in US
1 in 9,386,667
Americans
1941
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Strong or virile, the feminine form of Arsenio or Arsenius
🌐
Origin
Greek
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 4
Personality Traits
Strong-willed Resilient Determined Loyal
4
Life Path Number

The life path number 4 is traditionally associated with stability, hard work, and building solid foundations. People connected to this number are often seen as practical, disciplined, and reliable.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

51,593
Worldwide Bearers
#18,012
Global Rank
🇵🇭 Philippines
30,110
🇲🇿 Mozambique
12,000
🇵🇾 Paraguay
1,327
🇺🇸 United States
1,315
🇦🇷 Argentina
1,210
🇲🇽 Mexico
1,139
🇪🇸 Spain
643
🇨🇴 Colombia
541
🇻🇪 Venezuela
497
🇧🇷 Brazil
401

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
35 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 89
0
Would be under 30 (0%)
15
Would be 30–60 (12%)
106
Would be over 60 (88%)

All 121 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: 1941

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
59
Classic Feel
61
Modern Appeal
39
International
99

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

📜 Arsenia Through the Generations

The name Arsenia has a unique journey, with only 121 births recorded in the US throughout history. This rarity is further emphasized by the fact that there are currently 35 living Arsenias in the country, making it one of the most uncommon names. The peak year for births was 1941, when 10 babies were given this name. Today, the majority of Arsenias are over 60, with only a handful aged 30-60 and none under 30. This age distribution suggests a strong connection to the older generation, with the name becoming less common among younger demographics. Despite the small number of new births, the trend remains stable, indicating that while the name may not be widely used, those who do carry it are likely to be part of a close-knit community of older individuals.

✨ Similar Names to Arsenia

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Arsenia's Greek roots

📄 About the Name Arsenia

How Many People Have the Name Arsenia?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 35 people in the United States currently share the name Arsenia. That works out to roughly 1 in every 9,386,667 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Arsenia a Common or Rare Name?

Arsenia 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 Arsenia Mean?

Arsenia means "Strong or virile, the feminine form of Arsenio or Arsenius" and comes from Greek origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 4.

Gender Breakdown

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

When Was Arsenia Most Popular?

The name Arsenia reached peak popularity in 1941, 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 Arsenia?

Approximately 35 people named Arsenia live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 121. That works out to roughly 1 in 9,386,667 Americans.

Is Arsenia a rare name?

Arsenia is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 9,386,667 Americans has this name.

What does the name Arsenia mean?

Arsenia means "Strong or virile, the feminine form of Arsenio or Arsenius" and comes from Greek origins.

Is Arsenia more male or female?

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

When was Arsenia most popular?

Arsenia peaked in 1941 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 US35
All-Time Births121
1 in X1 in 9,386,667
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age89
Peak Year1941
World Rank#18,012
Male %0%
Female %100%

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All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.