Árpád
Hungarian
Hungary origin · Boy name
97% boys3% girls
#1336US 2023
864Births / yr
Stable
Top 0.99%Percentile
How to pronounce Árpád
AR·pad
AR-pad
Hungarian
Hungary origin · Boy name

What does Árpád mean and where does it come from?

Árpád (Hungarian) is a traditional name from Hungary, associated with the legendary leader Árpád, who led the Magyar tribes into the Carpathian Basin in the 9th century. The name is widely considered a symbol of Hungarian national identity, and it is a common name in Hungary. It has historical signi

Cultural significance
Árpád has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Hungary-speaking communities, where it reflects values of hungarian.
Peak popularity
Reached #1336 in 2020 — currently #1336 in the US.
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What middle names flow best with Árpád?

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

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

Holding steady — currently #1336 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1336 · Top 0.99%
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
YearUS RankBirthsvs Prior Year
2023#1336864▲ up 5 · +2% births
2022#1341844▲ up 5 · +4% births
2021#1346814▲ up 10 · +7% births
2020#1356764▲ up 20 · +15% births
2019#1376664
💎Árpád 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 Árpád?

Common
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Common questions about the name Árpád

What does the name Árpád mean?
Árpád means "Hungarian" — a name rooted in Hungary 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 Árpád?
Árpád is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Árpád?
Árpád originates from Hungary tradition. Hungary names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How does Árpád sound with different last names?
As a one-syllable name, Árpád flows best with last names of two or three syllables. Avoid last names ending in the same sound as Árpád ends, as this can create an unwanted rhyme. Test by saying the full name out loud several times.
Is Árpád a common or rare name?
Árpád is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.