Rising since 2006, #4,139 for boys today.
Popularity of Areg since 1995
Babies named Areg per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 6 |
| 2000s | 13 |
| 2010s | 81 |
| 2020s | 123 |
Meaning & origin
Areg is a distinctive Armenian name that has seen a gradual rise in use in the United States since 1995, when it first appeared in Social Security records. Its peak rank came in 2021, though it remains rare: as of 2025, only about 1 in 68,323 newborn boys receive the name. The trajectory has been consistently rising since 2006, reflecting growing awareness of Armenian cultural names in the diaspora. While its exact etymology is debated, the meanings 'sun' and 'eagle' both evoke strength and vitality. This name is concentrated among families with Armenian heritage, offering a unique and culturally resonant choice.
Areg is an Armenian given name that likely derives from the Armenian word 'areg' meaning 'sun'. It may also be connected to 'artsiv', meaning 'eagle'. The name has been used in Armenia and among the Armenian diaspora, gaining modest popularity in the United States since the 1990s.
“Areg” around the world
Where Areg lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Sibling names for Areg
Names that share Areg's style, for a brother or sister.
