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Origin(s)
PronunciationAR-mel / ˈaʁ.mɛlBreton; French
Meaning
Breton: 'bear'; French: 'eagle'
Historical & Cultural Background
Armel is a name of Breton origin, derived from the elements 'ar' meaning 'the' and 'mel' meaning 'bear'. It is associated with Saint Armel, a Breton saint from the 6th century. The name is also used in France, particularly in Brittany, where it has cultural significance. In modern times, it remains a relatively uncommon name outside of France.
Trend Summary
Armel has remained relatively uncommon in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Armelien
- Armelin
International Variants
- Armel (French)
- Armel (Breton)
Famous people named Armel
Armel Le Cléac'h is a French sailor known for winning the Vendée Globe race.
Armel Benjaminsen is a French artist recognized for his contemporary paintings.
Armel G. is a French musician known for his contributions to the electronic music scene.
Armel S. is a French chef celebrated for his innovative culinary techniques.
Fictional characters named Armel
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Armel was first seen in the United States in 1915. Armel has ranked as high as #1347 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Armel has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Armel
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1915 | 5 |
| 1920 | 5 |
| 1921 | 5 |
| 1922 | 9 |
| 1926 | 5 |
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1952 | 9 |
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1985 | 9 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2004 | 11 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2008 | 10 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2014 | 9 |
| 2015 | 11 |
| 2016 | 11 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2023 | 13 |
| 2024 | 13 |