Find out how popular the first name Karapet has been for the last 10 years (from 1992 to 2001) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Karapet by gender

Based on the last 10 years of data, Karapet is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2001, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Karapet.

The history of the first name Karapet

The name Karapet is of Armenian origin, derived from the Armenian words "kar" meaning "rock" and "apet" meaning "apostle" or "disciple." It is essentially a variation of the name Petros, the Armenian equivalent of the Greek name Peter, which also means "rock" or "stone."

The name Karapet has been in use for centuries among Armenians and can be traced back to the early days of Christianity in Armenia. It was likely popularized after the adoption of Christianity as the state religion in the 4th century AD, when many Armenians began taking on names with Christian connotations.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Karapet can be found in the 5th century AD, in the writings of the Armenian historian Movses Khorenatsi. He mentions a figure named Karapet, who was a prominent cleric and scholar during that time.

In the 7th century AD, there was a famous Armenian scholar and philosopher named Karapet Andzevatsi, who made significant contributions to the fields of logic and rhetoric.

During the Middle Ages, the name Karapet was borne by several notable figures in Armenian history. One of them was Karapet Vanaketsi, a prominent Armenian clergyman and theologian who lived in the 12th century AD.

Another historical figure with the name Karapet was Karapet Ter-Mkrttchian, an Armenian writer and educator who lived in the 19th century AD (1822-1907). He was known for his contributions to Armenian literature and education.

In more recent times, one of the most famous individuals with the name Karapet was Karapet Armen Kazandjian (1897-1983), an Armenian-American writer and literary critic who played a significant role in the Armenian diaspora community in the United States.

It is worth noting that while the name Karapet has its roots in the Armenian language and culture, it has also been adopted and used in other cultures and languages over time, particularly in regions with significant Armenian communities.

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