Vard
Rose flower, derived from Old Persian/Armenian meaning.
Name Census estimates that about 4 living Americans carry the first name Vard. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Vard today is around 80 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Vard births was 1919 (8 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Vard. 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 Vard is about 80 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Vards were born before 1956.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Vard. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
4
~ 1 in 85,688,585 Americans
Peak year
1919
8 babies that year
Average age
80
years old
1938 SSA rank
#4,003
Tracked since 1919
Popularity
Vard: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Vard from the 1910s through to the 1930s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1930s, with 10 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Vard 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 Vard 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 Vard
The name Vard is of Armenian origin, derived from the Old Armenian word "vard" which means "rose". The name has its roots in the ancient Armenian culture, dating back to the 4th century AD.
It is believed that the name was initially used as a term of endearment or a nickname for individuals with rose-like qualities, such as beauty, fragrance, or delicacy. The first recorded use of the name Vard can be traced back to the 5th century, when it appeared in ancient Armenian manuscripts and chronicles.
One of the earliest known historical figures bearing the name Vard was Saint Vard, an Armenian princess and martyr who lived in the 5th century AD. She is revered in the Armenian Apostolic Church for her unwavering faith and sacrifice.
In the 7th century, Vard the Brave was a renowned Armenian military commander who fought against the Arab invaders, earning him the epithet "the Brave" for his valiant efforts in defending his homeland.
During the medieval period, the name Vard gained popularity among Armenian nobles and intellectuals. Vard Vartabed, a 12th-century Armenian scholar and theologian, made significant contributions to Armenian literature and philosophy.
Another notable figure was Vard Mamikonian, an influential Armenian prince and military leader from the 7th century AD. He played a crucial role in the defense of Armenia against the Byzantine Empire.
In the 19th century, Vard Ghazarian, an Armenian writer and journalist, became known for his influential works that advocated for Armenian independence and cultural preservation.
While the name Vard has its roots in Armenian culture, it has also been adopted and used in other cultures, particularly those with strong Armenian communities or influences. However, its historical significance and connection to the ancient Armenian heritage remain deeply rooted in its origin and meaning.
People
Vard + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Vard as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with V
Other first names starting with V with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Vard: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Vard?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 4 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Vard 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 85,688,585 US residents.
Is Vard a common name?
We classify Vard as "Very Rare". It ranks above 6.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 25 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Vard most popular?
The single biggest year for Vard was 1919, when 8 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Vard is about 80 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 Vard in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Vard a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Vard 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 Vard still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Vard 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 Vard 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 named Vard?
Find out how many Americans are named Vard on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — a quick modern estimate with the living-bearer count front and centre.