Karekin
Named for several Catholicoi of the Armenian Church
GenderBoyOriginArmenianSay itkah-reh-GEENPopularityUncommon
Pronounced kah-reh-GEEN
About the name Karekin
Karekin is a dignified name carried by leaders of the Armenian Apostolic Church, symbolizing spiritual authority and devotion. It has an elegant, formal sound.
Dignified and composed, carrying himself with grace.
Fun fact
Karekin II has served as the Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians since 1999.
Variations
Famous people named Karekin
- Karekin II (current Catholicos of All Armenians)
Similar names
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