Holding steady.
Popularity of Armandina since 1923
Babies named Armandina per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1954, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Armandina's real moment was 1932.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 46 |
| 1930s | 115 |
| 1940s | 147 |
| 1950s | 163 |
| 1960s | 130 |
| 1970s | 102 |
| 1980s | 50 |
| 1990s | 10 |
| 2000s | 6 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Armandina is a rare feminine name of Spanish and Italian origin, derived as a diminutive of Armando. In the United States, it first appeared in Social Security records in 1923, and its peak usage occurred in 1932, though even then it never ranked in the top 1000 names. The trajectory of the name has been stable, with a small number of births each year, mostly concentrated in the 1930s. No revival has been observed in recent decades. The name has not been recorded among the top states, reflecting its scattered usage. For parents seeking an uncommon, melodic name with a strong meaning rooted in Germanic martial tradition, Armandina offers a distinctive choice.
Armandina is a feminine diminutive of Armando, the Spanish and Italian form of Herman, derived from the Germanic elements 'hari' (army) and 'man' (man), meaning 'army man.' The suffix '-ina' adds a diminutive or affectionate nuance. The name has been used in Spanish- and Italian-speaking countries since at least the early 20th century, though it has remained relatively rare.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Arma, Dina, Mandi
Variants: Armanda, Armandine
Sibling names for Armandina
Names that share Armandina's style, for a brother or sister.
