Krikor
Watchful, vigilant; Armenian form of Gregory
GenderBoyOriginArmenianSay itkree-KORPopularityUncommon
Pronounced kree-KOR
About the name Krikor
Krikor is the Armenian form of Gregory, honoring Saint Gregory the Illuminator who brought Christianity to Armenia. It's a name steeped in faith and history.
Thoughtful and devout, with a watchful, caring nature.
Fun fact
Saint Gregory the Illuminator converted Armenia to Christianity in 301 AD, making it the first Christian nation.
Nicknames for Krikor
Garo
Famous people named Krikor
- Krikor Zohrab (writer and politician)
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