Armistead
Pronunciation: [ AHRM-ihst-ehd ]
Armistead is a boy baby name. Ranked #26,010 in the US, popular nicknames include Arm, Ary, and Armie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Armistead first appeared in US Social Security records in 1957.
Over 5 babies have been named Armistead in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Armistead is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #26,010 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #26,010
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Armistead
Armistead is a boy name .
Armistead is currently ranked #26,010 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Armistead include Arm, Ary, Armie, and Armiie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Armistead include Armin, Armias . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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