Emily Walker
Dogs are considered man’s best friend for a reason. They are loyal, loving, and always happy to see their human counterparts.
But what do you call your furry friend?
If you’re unsure, never fear, because this blog post is here to help!
We’ll be discussing Armenian dog names and their meanings. So whether you’re looking for something unique or just want to learn more about Armenian culture, read on!
Male Armenian Dog Names
| Names | Notes |
| Chalo | For the dog participating in Armenia’s protests |
| Yerevan |
Armenia’s capital and largest city
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| Khash |
A popular Armenian dish
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| Malkhas |
For Malkhas Jazz Club in Yerevan
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| Vorotan |
For the Vorotan River, a left tributary of the Araks River
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| Andre |
For Andre Agassi, the professional tennis player who is Armenian in ethnicity
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| Geghard |
For the Geghard Monastery in Armenia that is carved out of cliffs
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| Tatev |
For the Tatev Monastery where you can ride on the world’s longest aerial tramway
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| Ararat |
A town in Armenia that is located about 26 miles southeast of its capital
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| Goris |
A town in the southern part of Armenia
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| Art |
For Artashat, a community that is located about 30 kilometers southeast of Yerevan
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| Vanadzor |
The third largest city in Armenia
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| Artik |
A town in Armenia famous for its tufa stones
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| Sevan |
One of the most popular resorts in Armenia
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| Gavar |
A town in central Armenia in the mountains of the Gegham range
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| Kapan |
A city in southern Armenia
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| Shampour |
For Shampours; marinated meat put on skewers that is popular in Armenia
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| Talin |
A town located in western Armenia
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| Berd |
A town in northeast Armenia
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| Armavir |
A community located in western Armenia
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| Gegham |
For the Gegham Mountains in Armenia
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| Abovyan |
A urban community that is located about 10 miles northeast of Yerevan
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| Spitak |
A town and urban community 60 miles north of Yerevan
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| Khor |
For Khor Virap Monastery, the most visited pilgrimage site in Armenia
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| Mikoyan |
For the Mikoyan Museum, located in Armenia, dedicated to the designer of the first Russian jet fighter
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| Caucasus |
For the Caucasus Mountains in Armenia
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| Zorat |
For Zorats Karer, known as the “Armenian Stonehenge”
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| Nikol |
For Nikol Pashinyan, the Prime Minister of Armenia
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| Dilijan |
For Dilijan National Park
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| Lahmacun |
Armenia’s version of pizza
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Female Armenian Dog Names
| Names | Notes |
| Martuni |
A town in Armenia on the southern shores of Lake Sevan
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| Zaruhi |
For Zaruhi Postanjyan, a famous Armenian politician
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| Lori |
The name of an Armenian Province
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| Alaverdi |
A town in northeast Armenia near the Georgia border
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| Vardenis |
A town in the valley of the Masrik River in Armenia
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| Nazik |
For Nazik Avdalyan, an Armenian weightlifter
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| Gohar |
For Gohar Gasparyan, the most famous opera singer of Armenia
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| Harissa |
An Armenian dish that is a thick porridge
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| Sisi |
For Sisian, a town located on the Vorotan River in Armenia
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| Tabbouleh |
A common Armenian salad
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| Arpa |
For the Arpa River, which flows through Armenia
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| Carla |
For Carla Garapedian, an Armenian who filmed well-known documentaries
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| Vedi |
A town located along the Vedi River
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| Kari |
For Lake Kari, located in the slopes of Mount Aragat in Armenia
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| Zabel |
For Zabel Yesayan, a famous Armenian writer and poet
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| Basturma |
Seasoned beef popular in Armenia
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| Areni |
A village in Armenia
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| Mante |
A traditional Armenian dish of baked dumplings with garlic yogurt and tomato sauce
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| Erebuni |
For Erebuni State Reserve in Armenia
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| Gyumri |
Armenia’s second largest city
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| Gata |
An Armenian pastry
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| Garni |
For Garni Gorge, located in Armenia
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| Mara |
For Maralik, a town in western Armenia
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| Dolma |
Meat or vegetables rolled in grape leaves
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| Gemini |
A popular cafe in Yerevan
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| Dolmama |
For Dolmama’s, often considered the best restaurant in Yerevan
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| Arpi |
For Lake Arpi, located in the northwest part of the country
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| Baklava |
A sweet dessert pastry popular in Armenia
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| Ghapama |
An Armenian stuffed pumpkin dish
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| Meghri |
A town in southern Armenia near its border with Iran
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Armenian Dog Names Inspired by City
| Name | Notes |
| Yerevan | Capital |
| Gyumri | Second largest |
| Vanadzor | Third largest |
| Abovyan | Industrial hub |
| Kapan | Southern city |
| Hrazdan | River town |
| Armavir | Agricultural hub |
| Artashat | Historical city |
| Sevan | Lake city |
| Martuni | Lakeside town |
| Goris |
Picturesque town
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| Dilijan | Resort town |
| Vagharshapat | Religious center |
| Stepanavan | Mountain town |
| Jermuk | Spa town |
| Alaverdi | Industrial town |
| Spitak | Earthquake site |
| Chambarak | Lakeside village |
| Ararat | Mountain |
| Tashir | Alpine town |
| Meghri | Southern village |
| Sisian | Ancient city |
| Nor Hachn | New town |
| Vardenis | Lake town |
| Metsamor |
Archaeological site
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| Gavar | Seaside town |
| Maralik | Industrial town |
| Martakert |
Mountainous town
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| Shamlugh | Riverside town |
Armenian Dog Names Inspired by Food
| Name | Notes |
| Lavash | Flatbread |
| Khorovats | Barbecue |
| Dolma |
Stuffed grape leaves
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| Harissa | Wheat porridge |
| Basturma | Air-dried beef |
| Ghapama | Stuffed pumpkin |
| Zhingyalov hats |
Flatbread stuffed with herbs
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| Gata | Sweet pastry |
| Sujuk | Spiced sausage |
| Pakhlava | Nut-filled pastry |
| Muraba | Fruit preserves |
| Zhingalov khats |
Flatbread stuffed with herbs
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| Tjvjik | Sun-dried fruit |
| Anoush abour | Sweet soup |
| Khashlama | Meat stew |
| Chorek | Sweet bread |
| Gatah | Sweet pastry |
| Kufta | Meatball |
| Ghavurma | Preserved meat |
| Matnakash | Leavened bread |
| Tatar boraki | Fried pastry |
| Alani | Apricot |
| Bozbash | Lamb stew |
| Sari burma | Sweet pastry |
| Ghapama | Stuffed pumpkin |
| Khash | Beef soup |
| Chaman | Herbal tea |
| Tolma |
Stuffed grape leaves
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| Matzoon | Yogurt |
| Pakhlava | Nut-filled pastry |
Final Words
These unique names are sure to make your pooch the center of attention at the park.
And if you’re feeling daring, why not give your pup a European dog name?
There are plenty of options to choose from, so take your time and find the perfect one for your furry friend. Have you settled on a name yet?
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