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Argene

ar-JEEN /ɑrˈdʒin/

At a glance

In short
Argene is a rare and strong male name with ancient Greek origins, meaning "bright" or "shining." A distinctive choice for parents seeking depth and character.
U.S. rank 2025
Not in the 2025 data · last seen 1955 (#3,886)
Babies in 1955
5 (<0.01% of boys)
Peak
#3,505 in 1941
First recorded
1929

Meaning of Argene

Argene is a unique and rare name with a strong male association. It is pronounced as ar-JEEN (/ɑrˈdʒin/) and has a variation in the form of Argena. The name Argene has ancient origins, deriving from Greek mythology and history. In Greek, the name Argene means "bright" or "shining," reflecting positive qualities that parents may wish for their child. While not widely popular in recent years, its historical significance and distinctive sound make it an intriguing choice for parents seeking a name with depth and character.

How to pronounce Argene

Popularity of Argene in the U.S.

Argene was last recorded in the U.S. in 1955, ranked #3,886 with 5 babies. It peaked at #3,505 in 1941. It first appears in the records in 1929.

Bar and line chart: Argene in the U.S., 1929–1955. Bars: boys given the name each year, most 6 in 1929 and 5 in 1955. Line: rank among boy names, peak #3,505 in 1941, #3,886 in 1955.
  • Boys named Argene (left scale)
  • Rank among U.S. boy names (right scale, #1 at the top)
By year, 1929–1955. Source: SSA. Download: PNG · SVG
Year-by-year table, 1929⁠–⁠1955 3 rows
YearBabiesRankvs previous year
195553,886back
194153,505back
192963,559new