Arminius
Meaning of Arminius
Arminius is a masculine given name best known from its Latinized form of the Germanic element ermen, meaning “whole” or “universal,” historically borne by the Cherusci chieftain who delivered a decisive blow to Rome at the Battle of Teutoburg Forest in AD 9. Its German pronunciation—ahr-MEE-nee-oos (/aʁˈmiː.ni.ʊs/)—echoes its classical roots, while its modern appeal in the United States remains modest: in 2024, eleven boys received the name (ranked 913th), following seven in 2021 (927th) and six in 2022 (937th). Steady yet rare, Arminius offers parents a blend of Germanic valor and Roman narrative, ideal for those seeking a storied, cross-cultural choice.
Pronunciation
German
- Pronunced as ahr-MEE-nee-oos (/aʁˈmiː.ni.ʊs/)
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