Holding steady.
Popularity of Arseniy since 2008
Babies named Arseniy per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 12 |
| 2010s | 75 |
| 2020s | 17 |
Meaning & origin
Arseniy entered U.S. birth records in 2008, a relatively recent arrival compared to many traditional names. Its peak year came just four years later, in 2012, after which it has maintained a stable but very low level of use. The name does not rank among the top 1000, reflecting its niche appeal. It is predominantly given to boys, and its rarity means no single state claims a significant share. Arseniy carries the weight of Eastern Orthodox tradition, linking bearers to early Christian saints and centuries of Slavic usage. For parents seeking a name with religious resonance and cultural distinction, Arseniy offers a strong, melodic choice that remains outside the mainstream.
Arseniy is the Russian form of the Greek name Arsenios. The Greek root arsenikos means 'male' or 'virile'. The name was borne by several early Christian saints, including Saint Arsenius the Great, a 4th-5th century hermit and tutor to the sons of Emperor Theodosius I. In Russia, the name has been used since the Middle Ages and remains popular in Eastern Orthodox communities.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Arsen, Seny, Arsy
Variants: Arseny, Arseni, Arsenius
Sibling names for Arseniy
Names that share Arseniy's style, for a brother or sister.
