Aren first name popularity, history and meaning

Find out how popular the first name Aren has been for the last 50 years (from 1975 to 2024) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Meaning of Aren

A Persian name meaning "lightning" or representing the god of lightning.

Popularity of Aren by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Aren is more commonly used as a male name, with approximately 88% of people named Aren being male.

For the most recent data in 2024, there were 84 male babies and 6 female babies born with the name Aren.

Year	Male Count	Female Count
2024	84	6
2023	64	0
2022	70	0
2021	60	5
2020	63	0
2019	61	0
2018	77	0
2017	50	5
2016	65	0
2015	44	0
2014	54	0
2013	54	7
2012	42	10
2011	51	8
2010	50	0
2009	52	0
2008	48	9
2007	55	5
2006	61	0
2005	54	5
2004	62	7
2003	45	7
2002	53	6
2001	43	10
2000	38	9
1999	43	9
1998	51	11
1997	53	20
1996	58	9
1995	43	14
1994	49	16
1993	53	12
1992	37	6
1991	23	5
1990	31	0
1989	21	8
1988	27	6
1987	12	0
1986	26	0
1985	19	9
1984	26	7
1983	22	8
1982	21	7
1981	16	6
1980	25	7
1979	17	10
1978	20	8
1977	14	9
1976	24	7
1975	14	10

The history of the first name Aren

The name Aren has its origins in the Armenian language and culture, tracing back to the ancient kingdom of Armenia. It is derived from the Armenian word "aren," which means "immaculate" or "pure." The name carries a sense of purity, innocence, and untainted virtue.

Historically, the name Aren has been associated with several notable figures in Armenian history and literature. One of the earliest recorded instances of the name dates back to the 5th century, when Aren was the name of a prominent Armenian scholar and theologian. He is credited with translating numerous works from Greek into Armenian, contributing significantly to the preservation of ancient knowledge.

In the 10th century, Aren the Patrician was a renowned Armenian nobleman and military commander who played a crucial role in the defense of the Armenian Kingdom of Ani against invading forces. His bravery and leadership earned him a place in the annals of Armenian history.

Another notable figure bearing the name Aren was Aren Eminian (1879-1962), an influential Armenian writer and poet. His works explored themes of national identity, freedom, and the Armenian struggle for independence. Eminian's literary contributions helped shape the cultural landscape of modern Armenian literature.

Moving forward in time, Aren Harutyunyan (1952-2020) was a prominent Armenian writer and journalist. He was recognized for his sharp wit and insightful commentary on contemporary Armenian society and politics. Harutyunyan's works were widely read and respected within the Armenian literary community.

In the realm of sports, Aren Zakharyan (born 2003) is a rising star in Armenian football. At a young age, he has already represented the Armenian national team and has garnered international attention for his exceptional skills and potential on the pitch.

While the name Aren has deep roots in Armenian culture, it has also found its way into other languages and cultures over time. However, its origins can be traced back to the ancient Armenian kingdom, where it carried connotations of purity and virtue.

Data source

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