Arsen
Meaning of Arsen
The name Arsen is a strong and distinctive choice for a baby boy, with roots in Armenian culture. Pronounced as "ahr-SEHN" in Armenian and "ahr-suhn" in English, this name carries an air of sophistication and resilience. Arsen is derived from the Greek name Arsenios, meaning "virile" or "strong," which adds to its powerful connotations. In recent years, the name has seen modest but steady popularity in the United States, with occurrences ranging from 5 to 36 newborns annually since 1913. Although not a common choice, its rarity adds to its unique appeal. An interesting variation of this name is Arson, although it is less commonly used. Overall, Arsen offers a blend of cultural richness and modern charm that makes it an intriguing option for parents seeking a name with depth and character.
Pronunciation
Armenian
- Pronunced as ahr-SEHN (/ɑrˈsɛn/)
English
- Pronunced as ahr-suhn (/ɑːrˈsən/)
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Notable People Named Arsen
| Arsen Borysovych Avakov is a Ukrainian statesman and politician of Armenian origin, who served as the Minister of Internal Affairs of Ukraine from 2014 to 2021. |
| Arsen Karen Harutyunyan is a notable Armenian freestyle wrestler. |
| Arsen Julfalakyan is an accomplished Armenian Greco-Roman wrestler, Olympic silver medalist, World and European Champion, World Cup winner, and three-time Olympian. |
| Arsen Zhorayevich Galstyan is a Russian judoka who won the Olympic gold medal at the 2012 Summer Olympics. |
| Arsen Panosyan was a talented Armenian artist known for his work as an ornament painter, wood carver, Khachqar sculptor, and painter. |
| Arsen Julius Darnay is a Hungarian-American science fiction writer. |
| Arsen Mek'ok'ishvili was a Georgian heavyweight freestyle wrestler who achieved Olympic gold in 1952 and a world title in 1954. |
| Arsen Avetisyan is a retired Armenian footballer who played as a forward. |
| Arsen Sargsyan is an Armenian long jumper. |
| Arsen Harutyuni Terteryan was a Soviet Armenian literary critic and academic, awarded the title of Renowned Scientist in 1940. |
| Arsen Harutyunyan is an Armenian alpine skier who competed at the 1998 and 2002 Winter Olympics. |
