Rising since 1990, #1,771 for boys today.
Popularity of Aram since 1912
Babies named Aram per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 82 |
| 1920s | 169 |
| 1930s | 88 |
| 1940s | 40 |
| 1950s | 91 |
| 1960s | 158 |
| 1970s | 258 |
| 1980s | 326 |
| 1990s | 400 |
| 2000s | 522 |
| 2010s | 656 |
| 2020s | 520 |
Meaning & origin
Aram is a name with deep biblical and Armenian roots, meaning 'exalted' or 'highland'. First recorded in the U.S. in 1912, it was relatively rare for decades. However, since the 1990s, its usage has been rising, with a peak year in 2024, ranking 1,771 in 2025 and given to approximately 1 in 18,770 boys. The name has seen particular favor in California, Illinois, and Ohio, reflecting its presence in both Jewish and Armenian American communities. The trajectory suggests a steady climb in usage, though it remains an uncommon and distinctive choice.
Aram is a biblical name, appearing in the Old Testament as a son of Shem (Genesis 10:22) and as a region (Aram, corresponding to modern Syria). In Armenian tradition, Aram is a legendary patriarch and a common given name. The Hebrew root relates to 'height' or 'exalted', while in Armenian it is associated with nobility. The name has been used consistently in Jewish and Armenian communities and has gained broader usage in recent decades.
Where Aram is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Aram” around the world
Where Aram lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
30
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Arom
Sibling names for Aram
Names that share Aram's style, for a brother or sister.
Sisters: Leah, Talia, Mara, Nina, Sona, Arpi, Nairi, Taline, Lucine, Nareh, Ohanna, Seda, Talar
Brothers: Levon, Noah, Eli, Kai, Zane, Armen, Hayk, Narek, Sarkis, Zaven, Andranik, Davit, Hagop, Hakop, Harout, Nishan, Samvel, Vahan, Vahe, Vartan, Azarian, Garo, Haik, Mihran, Mikayel, Nareg, Sevag, Suren, Tigran
