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Arminius

ar-MIH-nee-us

Arminius is a boy’s name of Germanic origin, meaning “A Latinized form of the Germanic name Hermann, meaning 'soldier' or 'army man'.”. It currently ranks #7263 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2024.

Letters8
Syllables4
OriginGermanic

What Arminius Means

A Latinized form of the Germanic name Hermann, meaning 'soldier' or 'army man'.

The Story of Arminius

This name belongs to a legendary warrior who dared to defy an empire and carved his name into history.

Arminius is the Latinized form of the Germanic name Hermann, meaning 'soldier' or 'army man.' Its historical weight comes from Arminius, the Cherusci war chief who famously defeated Roman legions in the Teutoburg Forest. This name, revived in recent years, carries ancient valor.

You envision a son who will embody fierce loyalty and unshakeable courage, much like his namesake. This is a name for a leader, a boy with a strong moral compass who is unafraid to stand against the tide. Your child will possess a natural authority.

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Numerology

5

The Adventurer

Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.

Famous Namesakes

  • Arminius

    Cherusci war chief, defeated Roman legions

Personality Traits

StrongBraveLoyalLeader

Spelling Variations

Peak Year

#11 in 2024

Total Births

24

First Recorded

2021

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