Meaning, origin, history
The name Armand is of French origin and means "army man" or "soldier". It is derived from the Old German word "heriman", which consists of two elements: "hari" meaning "army" and "-man" meaning "man". The name was introduced to France by the Franks, a Germanic tribe that ruled France during the Middle Ages.
Armand has been used as a given name since at least the 12th century. It was quite popular in France during the 19th and early 20th centuries, but its usage has declined somewhat in recent decades. However, it remains a classic and elegant choice for a boy's name.
Some notable individuals with the name Armand include French writer Armand de Gramont (1637-1714), Italian composer Armand Trovajoli (1917-2013), and Canadian politician Armand Laflamme (1888-1972). In literature, Armand is a character in "The Phantom of the Opera" by Gaston Leroux.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Armand since 1880
Total births
6
Total since 1880
Peak year
1921
6 births
in 1921
6
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
0%
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vs previous 5 years