Armstrong
Pronunciation: [ AHRMSTR-ahng ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Armstrong first appeared in US Social Security records in 1997.
Over 55 babies have been named Armstrong in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Armstrong is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #13,501 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #13,501
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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About the Name Armstrong
Armstrong is a boy name .
Armstrong is currently ranked #13,501 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Armstrong include Arm, Arms, Armsy, Armsie, Armst, Armsty, Armstie, Ong, Ongy, Ongie, Rong, and Ary. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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