Rising since 1990, #3,240 for boys today.
Popularity of Arsen since 1913
Babies named Arsen per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 5 |
| 1920s | 6 |
| 1930s | 7 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 44 |
| 2000s | 132 |
| 2010s | 261 |
| 2020s | 187 |
Meaning & origin
Arsen is a rare and modern name with an uncertain origin and meaning. First recorded in the United States in 1913, it remained obscure for much of the 20th century. However, since 1990, its popularity has been gradually increasing, with a peak rank of 3240 in 2024. As of 2025, it has risen slightly to rank 3240, with a 1-in-47447 frequency. Arsen is almost exclusively given to boys, with its highest concentration of use in California. Its unclear etymology leaves room for interpretation, but its concise, strong sound may appeal to parents seeking an uncommon, contemporary name.
Arsen is a rare given name with no clear etymological roots. It may have emerged as a creative variant of names such as Arsene or Arson, or as a modern invented name. Its usage in the United States is first recorded in 1913, but it has seen a very slight rise in popularity since the 1990s, ranking 3240 in 2025.
Where Arsen is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Arsen” around the world
Where Arsen lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
15
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Sibling names for Arsen
Names that share Arsen's style, for a brother or sister.
