Arine
Feminine form of the Greek name Arin meaning "pure, virtuous".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Arine. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Arine today is around 90 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Arine births was 1922 (11 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Arine. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • The typical person named Arine is about 90 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Arines were born before 1946.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Arine. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
1922
11 babies that year
Average age
90
years old
1939 SSA rank
#4,286
Tracked since 1916
Popularity
Arine: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Arine from the 1910s through to the 1930s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1920s, with 41 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 1920s peak, Arine remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Arine by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Arine during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Arine
The name Arine is believed to have its origins in the Armenian language and culture. It is derived from the Armenian word "arin," which means "pure" or "unblemished." The name has been in use in Armenia and among Armenian communities around the world for centuries.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Arine dates back to the 5th century AD. In the ancient Armenian epic poem "Daredevils of Sassoun," there is a character named Arine who is described as a beautiful and virtuous woman. This literary work is considered a masterpiece of Armenian literature and has had a significant influence on the cultural identity of the Armenian people.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Arine. One of the most famous was Arine Khanamirian (1886-1957), an Armenian actress and singer who was widely acclaimed for her performances in both theater and film. She is remembered as one of the pioneers of Armenian cinema and was honored with numerous awards and accolades during her lifetime.
Another prominent figure was Arine Arustamyan (1909-1994), an Armenian writer and literary critic. Her works focused on the social and political issues of her time, and she played an important role in shaping the literary landscape of Soviet Armenia. Arustamyan was awarded the prestigious State Prize of the Armenian SSR in 1984 for her contributions to literature.
In the field of science, Arine Harutunian (1920-2005) was a renowned Armenian chemist who made significant contributions to the study of organometallic compounds. She was elected as a member of the Armenian National Academy of Sciences and received numerous honors for her research, including the State Prize of the Armenian SSR in 1984.
Arine Ter-Astvatsatryan (1924-2006) was a celebrated Armenian artist known for her vibrant and expressive paintings. Her works often depicted scenes from Armenian folk life and were widely exhibited both in Armenia and internationally. Ter-Astvatsatryan was awarded the prestigious title of People's Artist of the Armenian SSR in 1971 in recognition of her artistic achievements.
Lastly, Arine Ohanyan (born 1985) is a contemporary Armenian singer and songwriter who has gained popularity for her unique blend of traditional Armenian music with modern influences. She has released several successful albums and has performed at numerous concerts and festivals around the world, showcasing the richness and diversity of Armenian culture.
People
Arine + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Arine as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with A
Other first names starting with A with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Arine: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Arine?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Arine going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Arine a common name?
We classify Arine as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 85 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Arine most popular?
The single biggest year for Arine was 1922, when 11 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Arine is about 90 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Arine a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Arine in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.