Argus Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationAR-gus / /ˈɑːrɡəs/Greek; Latin
Meaning
Greek: bright; Latin: vigilant
Historical & Cultural Background
In Greek mythology, Argus was a giant with many eyes, known for his vigilance. He was often associated with the goddess Hera and tasked with guarding Io. The name has been used in various literary and artistic contexts throughout history, symbolizing watchfulness and strength.
Trend Summary
The name Argus has not been widely popular in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Argos
International Variants
- Argos (Greek)
- Argus (Latin)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Argus was first seen in the United States in 1912. Argus has ranked as high as #871 nationally, which occurred in 1921, and has been most popular in Arkansas. In the past 5 years the name Argus has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Argus (1925)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| AR | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1912 | 7 |
| 1913 | 5 |
| 1915 | 7 |
| 1916 | 8 |
| 1917 | 7 |
| 1918 | 7 |
| 1919 | 9 |
| 1920 | 10 |
| 1921 | 13 |
| 1922 | 12 |
| 1923 | 9 |
| 1924 | 5 |
| 1925 | 9 |
| 1926 | 6 |
| 1927 | 7 |
| 1929 | 5 |
| 1931 | 8 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1934 | 7 |
| 1935 | 8 |
| 1939 | 6 |
| 1943 | 11 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2023 | 7 |