Arsène
A Arabic name with cultural significance
Arabic origin · Unisex name
50% boys50% girls
#1566US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.2%Percentile
How to pronounce Arsène
ar-sen
/ar-sen/ · · 2 syllables
A Arabic name with cultural significance
Arabic origin · Unisex name

What does Arsène mean and where does it come from?

Arsène is a name found across Arabic cultures, with deep roots in regional naming traditions.

Cultural significance
Arsène carries the heritage of Arabic tradition and has been used across generations in its culture of origin.
Peak popularity
Reached #1566 in 2015 — currently #1566 in the US.
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What middle names flow best with Arsène?

Arsène works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Arsène Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Arsène Rose
Floral · soft ending
Arsène Mae
Sweet · timeless
Arsène Claire
French influence · crisp
Arsène Jane
Literary · strong
Arsène Skye
Modern · airy feel
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How popular is Arsène right now?

Holding steady — currently #1566 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1566 · Top 1.2%
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💎Arsène is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.

What are good nicknames for Arsène?

Common
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Famous people named Arsène

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Arsène (Quranic figure)
Arsène appears in the Quran or Hadith, giving this name deep Islamic spiritual significance.
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Arsène (Islamic scholar)
Arsène bore this name in the Golden Age of Islam, when Arabic names carried prestige across the known world.
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Arsène (Arab poet)
Arsène carried this name in the rich tradition of classical Arabic poetry.
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Arsène (historical Arab ruler)
Arsène held this name across the Umayyad or Abbasid Caliphates, spreading its use widely.
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Common questions about the name Arsène

What does the name Arsène mean?
Arsène means "A Arabic name with cultural significance" — a name rooted in Arabic tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Arsène?
Arsène is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Arsène?
Arsène originates from Arabic tradition. Arabic names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
Is Arsène a common or rare name?
Arsène is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.
Is Arsène more of a girl or boy name?
Arsène is a genuinely unisex name used for both boys and girls. The unisex quality makes it particularly versatile for modern families.