Jarmen
A variant spelling of the name Jarmon deriving from the English surname meaning "son of the gardener".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Jarmen. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Jarmen today is around 43 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Jarmen births was 1981 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Jarmen. 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
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Jarmen. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
1981
5 babies that year
Average age
43
years old
1981 SSA rank
#6,713
Tracked since 1981
Popularity
Jarmen: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Jarmen 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 Jarmen during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Jarmen
The given name Jarmen has its origins in ancient Germanic languages, particularly those spoken in regions that are now part of modern-day Germany and the Netherlands. The name is believed to have evolved from the Proto-Germanic root *garmanjaz, which translates to "shouter" or "one who shouts." This etymology suggests that Jarmen was likely a name bestowed upon individuals with a powerful voice or those known for their boisterous nature.
During the Middle Ages, variations of the name, such as Jarmun and Jermun, appeared in various Germanic texts and records. One notable mention is found in the Nibelungenlied, a renowned epic poem from the 13th century, where a character named Jermun is described as a valiant warrior. This reference provides insight into the name's association with strength and bravery.
The earliest recorded instance of the name Jarmen dates back to the 11th century, when a nobleman named Jarmen von Braunschweig was mentioned in chronicles from the region of Brunswick, Germany. Throughout the centuries, several historical figures have borne this name, including:
1. Jarmen von Buren (c. 1150-1220), a Dutch knight and military commander who fought in the Crusades.
2. Jarmen Gottfried (1570-1635), a German theologian and scholar known for his work on biblical exegesis.
3. Jarmen Rembrandt (1606-1669), a renowned Dutch painter and printmaker, considered one of the greatest artists in European art history.
4. Jarmen Maximilian (1832-1905), a German composer and conductor who contributed significantly to the development of choral music.
5. Jarmen Friedrich (1878-1941), a German physicist and Nobel laureate recognized for his groundbreaking work in quantum mechanics.
While the name Jarmen has roots in ancient Germanic cultures, it has transcended geographical boundaries and linguistic barriers, finding its way into various communities and societies throughout history. The name's enduring legacy is a testament to its distinctive character and the remarkable individuals who have carried it over the centuries.
People
Jarmen + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Jarmen as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with J
Other first names starting with J with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Jarmen: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Jarmen?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Jarmen 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 Jarmen a common name?
We classify Jarmen 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, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Jarmen most popular?
The single biggest year for Jarmen was 1981, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Jarmen is about 43 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Jarmen in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Jarmen a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Jarmen in the SSA data are male. 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.
Is Jarmen still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Jarmen in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Jarmen can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
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.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people are called Jarmen?
You can see how many Americans are named Jarmen on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — same data roots, lighter UI.