Vartan

“strong, brave.” — Symbol of Armenian resistance against Persian domination in

Armenia origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#13990US 2015

7Births / yr

↑Rising

180All-time births

📅 Since 192700

What does Vartan mean and where does it come from?

Vartan is of Armenian origin, commonly associated with Vartan Mamikonian, a national hero and symbol of Armenian resistance against Persian domination in the 5th century. This name is often bestowed to boys to embody strength and valor, reflecting its heroic legacy. It is particularly popular among

Cultural significance

Vartan has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Armenia-speaking communities, where it reflects values of strong, brave..

Peak popularity

Reached #3607 in 1948 — currently #13990 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Vartan?

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

Vartan Grace

How popular is Vartan right now?

Rising fast — up 1232 spots — currently #13990 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1985–2015#13990 · Top 10%

1985

1990

1995

2010

2015

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2015	#9712	7	▲ up 1232 · +17% births
2010	#10944	6	▼ down 1826 · +20% births
1995	#9118	5	▼ down 2521 · -29% births
1990	#6597	7	▼ down 1745 · -12% births
1985	#4852	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Vartan

Best Year1985Rank #4852

Peak Count8

Average Rank#8245

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range1985 - 20155 years

The story of Vartan

Vartan entered American naming records in 1927 and has been in use for over 97 years. With 180 total births recorded, Vartan remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #4852 in 1985, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #9712 in 2015.

Names that peaked alongside Vartan in 1948:

James Robert John William David

Vartan by decade

Vartan peaked in the 1940s. See all 1940s names →

Decade	Births
1920s	5
1940s	6
1960s	5
1980s	35
1990s ★	58
2000s	36
2010s	35

💎Vartan has only 180 total recorded births since 1927 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Vartan?

Common

VarVaArtan

What names sound and feel like Vartan?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Vartan also consider these

Armenia · car, vehicle

Vardhan

India · One who increases,

Artan

Albania · strength, strong

Vandan

India · वन्दन - worship,

Vachan

India · Word

How is Vartan written in other languages?

Vardan

ARMENIAN

Վարդան

Armenian

Common questions about the name Vartan

What does the name Vartan mean?

Vartan means "strong, brave." — a name rooted in Armenia 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 Vartan?

Vartan 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 Vartan?

Vartan originates from Armenia tradition. Armenia names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Vartan a common or rare name?

Vartan is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.

What are good nicknames for Vartan?

Vartan naturally lends itself to affectionate nicknames. Shortened versions based on the first syllable are most popular, and many parents also create unique pet names that feel personal to their family.