Arney is a unique and distinctive given name of Irish origin. It is derived from the Irish surname Ó Raghallaigh, which translates to "descendant of Raghalach". Raghalach is believed to mean "little noisy one", possibly referring to someone who was small in stature but had a big personality or voice.
The name Arney first appeared as a given name in the late 19th century, although it was more commonly used as a surname at that time. It gained popularity as a given name during the mid-20th century and has since been used primarily in Ireland and among Irish immigrants and their descendants around the world.
Arney is often associated with strength, courage, and determination due to its Irish origins and the historic significance of the O'Raghallaigh clan. In Irish mythology, the O'Raghallaighs were known for their bravery and leadership, qualities that have become synonymous with the name Arney.
Today, Arney remains a rare but distinctive given name, often chosen by parents looking for an unique and meaningful name with Irish roots. Despite its rarity, it has been used consistently throughout the 20th century and continues to be used today, preserving its rich history and cultural significance.
The statistics provided show the annual number of births with the name Arney in the United States from 1915 to 1959. During this period, there were a total of 67 babies named Arney born across the country.
The earliest year for which data is available is 1915, with five births recorded that year. This number remained consistent in 1917 as well. There was then a gap in data until 1921 when another seven babies were named Arney.
The years from 1926 to 1934 saw another four births each year, maintaining the same rate of five babies per year. After this, there was another gap in data until 1945 with only one birth recorded.
From 1947 onwards, the number of Arney births began to increase slightly, reaching a peak of eleven births that year. This number decreased back down to five in 1954 and remained steady at this rate for the remainder of the decade until 1959 when seven babies were named Arney.
Overall, while the name Arney was not particularly common during this period, it did maintain a consistent presence among newborns in the United States.