Sasun
Named for the Sasun region, home of legendary heroes
GenderBoyOriginArmenianSay itsah-SOONPopularityUncommon
Pronounced sah-SOON
About the name Sasun
Sasun honors the mountainous Armenian region famed as the setting of the epic 'Daredevils of Sasun.' It's a name loaded with heroic, adventurous spirit.
Adventurous and brave, drawn to bold challenges.
Fun fact
Sasun is the setting of Armenia's national epic 'Daredevils of Sasun,' about heroic warriors defending their land.
Variations
SassounSasunikSasnashen
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