Holding steady, #10,695 for boys today.
Popularity of Firman since 1880
Babies named Firman per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1927, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Firman's real moment was 1880.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 5 |
| 1890s | 0 |
| 1900s | 0 |
| 1910s | 55 |
| 1920s | 43 |
| 1930s | 29 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 10 |
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 10 |
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 19 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 12 |
| 2020s | 6 |
Meaning & origin
Firman is a rare given name of English origin that first appeared in U.S. records in 1880, the earliest year of Social Security data. Despite never reaching widespread popularity, it achieved its peak rank of 10,695 in that same debut year, with an estimated 1 in 284,679 boys receiving the name in the most recent year 2025. The name derives from an English surname, itself from the Old English 'Færeman' meaning 'journeyman', and it is a variant of the surname Furman. Throughout its history, Firman has maintained a stable but very low level of usage, never breaking into the top 5,000. Its top states have consistently been sparse, reflecting its rarity across the country. The name's simplicity and historical roots give it a distinct, old-fashioned character that may appeal to parents seeking an uncommon name with a genuine English lineage.
Firman is a transferred use of the English surname, which originated from the Old English personal name 'Færeman', composed of 'fær' (journey) and 'mann' (man). It may also have been a variant of 'Freeman' or an occupational name for a ferryman. The name has been in use as a given name since the 19th century, particularly in the United States, though it has never been common.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Firman
Names that share Firman's style, for a brother or sister.
