Declining since 2015, #4,249 for boys today.
Popularity of Artin since 1982
Babies named Artin per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 37 |
| 1990s | 63 |
| 2000s | 94 |
| 2010s | 209 |
| 2020s | 123 |
Meaning & origin
Artin is a name with uncertain roots, possibly of Persian or Armenian origin. It entered the U.S. naming landscape in 1982 and has seen modest but steady use, particularly in California where it remains most common. The name reached its peak popularity in 2015, ranking 4249 in that year. Since then, its usage has followed a downward trajectory, though it continues to be chosen by families seeking a name that bridges Persian and Armenian heritage. With a 1-in-71,170 occurrence rate in 2025, Artin remains uncommon but recognizable.
Artin may derive from Persian آرتین (Ārtin) meaning 'pure, virtuous'. Alternatively, it could be a shortened form of the Armenian name Harutyun (Հարություն), meaning 'resurrection'. The name has seen modern use in Iran and among Armenian diaspora communities, and has gained visibility in the United States since the 1980s, particularly in California.
Where Artin is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Art, Arty
Variants: Arteen
Sibling names for Artin
Names that share Artin's style, for a brother or sister.
