Declining since 1998, #556 for boys today.
Popularity of Armando since 1906
Babies named Armando per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1900s | 20 |
| 1910s | 911 |
| 1920s | 2,093 |
| 1930s | 1,956 |
| 1940s | 3,105 |
| 1950s | 5,759 |
| 1960s | 6,308 |
| 1970s | 8,606 |
| 1980s | 10,422 |
| 1990s | 13,678 |
| 2000s | 13,057 |
| 2010s | 7,395 |
| 2020s | 3,205 |
Meaning & origin
Armando is a name with deep roots in southern Europe, carrying the strong meaning of a soldier or army man from its Germanic origins. It first appeared on U.S. records in 1906 and reached its peak popularity in 1997, reflecting waves of Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese immigration. Since 1998, its usage has been gradually declining, though it remains well-known in the American Southwest. The name is most frequently given in New Mexico, Nevada, and Arizona, aligning with states having large Hispanic communities. With a current rank of 556 and an incidence of about 1 in every 3,175 boys, Armando maintains a solid presence without being overly common. Its blend of strength and cultural resonance makes it a name with enduring appeal.
Armando is the Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese form of the Germanic name Herman, derived from the elements 'harja' (army) and 'mann' (man). It was introduced to the Iberian Peninsula and Italy through the Visigoths in the early Middle Ages. The name has been in continuous use in southern Europe and Latin America, with notable spread in the United States through immigration.
Where Armando is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Armando” around the world
Where Armando lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Arman, Mando, Army
Sibling names for Armando
Names that share Armando's style, for a brother or sister.
Names like Armando
Names whose popularity has moved with Armando's over the last 50 years.
