Rising since 1986, #495 for boys today.
Popularity of Armani since 1986
Babies named Armani per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1980s | 13 | 84 |
| 1990s | 1,116 | 1,545 |
| 2000s | 2,911 | 3,222 |
| 2010s | 4,215 | 5,826 |
| 2020s | 3,778 | 4,733 |
Meaning & origin
Armani entered the U.S. baby name charts in 1986, riding a wave of brand-inspired choices that included Chanel and Mercedes. The name climbed steadily through the 1990s and early 2000s, peaking at its highest rank in 2021. As of 2025, it sits at rank #495, with a 1-in-2,805 birth rate. The name has seen a rising trajectory since its debut, reflecting sustained interest. Geographically, it has been most popular in Rhode Island, Nevada, and Arizona. Armani is a clear example of a modern coinage that draws prestige from its fashion house origin, often chosen for its stylish, upscale associations rather than any historical or linguistic meaning.
Armani is a modern usage name derived from the luxury Italian fashion brand Armani, founded by Giorgio Armani in 1975. The surname Armani itself is Italian in origin, but as a given name it emerged in the United States in the late 20th century, following a trend of using brand names as first names. It gained popularity in the 1990s and 2000s, particularly among African American families.
Where Armani 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.
“Armani” around the world
Where Armani lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
New Zealand
12
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · NZ Dept of Internal Affairs (New Zealand).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ar, Mani
Sibling names for Armani
Names that share Armani's style, for a brother or sister.
Names like Armani
Names whose popularity has moved with Armani's over the last 50 years.
