How to say it
ar · MA · ni
/ɑːrˈmɑː.ni/
Masculine
Armani
A famous surname; army man
What it means
An Italian surname, made famous by the fashion house, sometimes linked to the Germanic Herman, 'army man.'
Armani is best known as the surname of designer Giorgio Armani, which gives it instant luxury and polish. As a surname it likely traces to the Germanic name Herman, 'army man,' or related roots. As a first name it is sleek and aspirational, riding the trendy -ani sound. Said ar-MAH-nee.
Popularity over time
peaked at #359 in 2020, currently #495 in 2025.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names given to at least 5 babies in a year, 1880–present. See where the names are moving
Heads-up notes
- Pop culture
The Armani fashion house.
- Spelling
A surname name in the -ani set.
Spelling variants
- Armoni
- Armahni
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