Armstrong: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: ahrmstr-ohng
Origin: United States
gender-male

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: North America
Meaning: Of English origin, meaning "strong arm" or "powerful."

Armstrong is a surname of English origin, derived from the Old English words “arm” and “strong.” It originally referred to someone who was strong in the arm, likely indicating physical strength or prowess. The name has been associated with several notable individuals throughout history, particularly in the context of space exploration. Neil Armstrong, the first person to walk on the moon, significantly contributed to the name's global recognition.

Armstrong Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Armstrong is currently #28522 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Armstrong is currently #28521 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Armstrong is currently #13958 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Armstrong is currently #5948 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names

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