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Armondo

ar-MON-doh · Of uncertain origin; possibly a variant of Armando, derived from the Germanic element 'harmen' meaning 'army man' or 'soldier'.

Peak popularity
1976
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Declining since 1998

Declining since 1998.

Popularity of Armondo since 1913

Babies named Armondo per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1997, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Armondo's real moment was 1976.

132538192019602000Most births 1997Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
1910s59
1920s106
1930s34
1940s10
1950s102
1960s88
1970s229
1980s218
1990s271
2000s213
2010s94
2020s25

Meaning & origin

Armondo is a rare given name in the United States, first recorded in 1913. It reached its highest usage in 1976, but has been on a declining trajectory since 1998. Despite its Italian and Spanish origins, the name has never been widely adopted, with an estimated 1-in-N rate too low to calculate reliably. The name is a variant of the more common Armando, which has enjoyed moderate popularity in Hispanic communities. Armondo's rarity makes it a distinctive choice for parents seeking an uncommon name with a soft, melodic sound.

Armondo is a variant of Armando, which itself derives from the Germanic name Herman, composed of the elements 'hari' (army) and 'man' (man). The name was introduced to Italy and Spain via the Germanic tribes during the early Middle Ages. Armando has been used consistently in Italian- and Spanish-speaking communities, though Armondo remains a less common spelling variant.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Arm, Mando, Army

Variants: Armando, Arman, Hermando

Sibling names for Armondo

Names that share Armondo's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Armondo mean?
Armondo is likely a variant of Armando, which means 'army man' or 'soldier', derived from the Germanic name Herman.
Is Armondo a popular name?
Armondo has never ranked in the U.S. top 1000. Its peak usage was in 1976, but it remains rare, with fewer than 5 newborns per year in recent decades.
Is Armondo a boy's name?
Yes, Armondo is almost exclusively used as a masculine given name.