Holding steady.
Popularity of Argentina since 1913
Babies named Argentina per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 16 |
| 1920s | 82 |
| 1930s | 17 |
| 1940s | 52 |
| 1950s | 34 |
| 1960s | 44 |
| 1970s | 51 |
| 1980s | 50 |
| 1990s | 55 |
| 2000s | 18 |
| 2010s | 23 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
The name Argentina is a place name borrowed from the South American nation, first recorded as a given name in the United States in 1913. It saw its peak in 1925, reaching rank 761, before falling into obscurity. The name has remained largely stable in its rare usage since the mid-20th century, with no recent revival. While its meaning is tied to the Latin argentum (silver), as a personal name its adoption reflects patriotic or exotic appeal rather than a direct etymological meaning. Argentina has never ranked among the top 1000 names in modern decades.
Argentina is a place name, borrowed from the South American nation. The country's name comes from the Latin argentum (silver), originally applied to the Rio de la Plata (River of Silver) by early explorers. As a personal name, Argentina appears to have been used occasionally in English-speaking countries, likely inspired by patriotic or romantic associations with the country. It peaked in usage in the United States in the 1920s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Aggie, Argy
Sibling names for Argentina
Names that share Argentina's style, for a brother or sister.
