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Arseno

Male

« Arseno is an uncommon Italian male given name derived from the Greek word 'arsenikos', meaning 'male' or 'virile'. »

#42345 since 1900

Meaning, origin, history

Arseno is a unique and uncommon male given name of Italian origin. It is derived from the Italian surname Arsenio, which is believed to have been derived from the Greek word "arsenikos," meaning "male" or "virile." The name Arseno may also be associated with the mineral arsenic, which takes its name from the same Greek root. The name Arseno has a long history in Italy, where it was traditionally given to boys born into families of Italian nobility. It is believed that the name was first used by the aristocratic House of Arsenio, which was an influential family during the Middle Ages in Italy. Over time, the name Arseno has become less common as a given name, but it remains a popular surname in Italy and other countries with significant Italian populations. Despite its rarity as a given name, Arseno is still considered a distinctive and meaningful choice for parents looking for a unique and memorable name for their son. Its origins and meaning make it a strong and powerful-sounding name that has stood the test of time.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Arseno since 1880

Total births
5
Total since 1880
Peak year
1989
5 births
in 1989
5
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
0%
vs previous 5 years