Narek Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationNA-rek / /ˈnɑːrɛk/Armenian; Hebrew
Meaning
Armenian: 'gift'; Hebrew: 'to be blessed'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Armenian culture, Narek is often associated with the 10th-century poet and theologian Narekatsi, who is a significant figure in Armenian literature. The Hebrew origin connects to a spiritual context, emphasizing blessings and divine gifts.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Nareq
- Narekik
International Variants
- Narek (Armenian)
- Narek (Hebrew)
Famous people named Narek
Narek Hakhnazaryan — cellist.
Narek Sargsyan — Armenian politician.
Fictional characters named Narek
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Narek was first seen in the United States in 1990. Narek has ranked as high as #1321 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Narek has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Narek (2022)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 28 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 11 |
| 1992 | 13 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1997 | 11 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 2000 | 15 |
| 2001 | 18 |
| 2002 | 15 |
| 2003 | 14 |
| 2004 | 15 |
| 2005 | 18 |
| 2006 | 15 |
| 2007 | 16 |
| 2008 | 22 |
| 2009 | 26 |
| 2010 | 23 |
| 2011 | 22 |
| 2012 | 23 |
| 2013 | 16 |
| 2014 | 20 |
| 2015 | 26 |
| 2016 | 23 |
| 2017 | 29 |
| 2018 | 21 |
| 2019 | 29 |
| 2020 | 25 |
| 2021 | 42 |
| 2022 | 36 |
| 2023 | 32 |
| 2024 | 25 |