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Tigran

♂ Boy

Pronounced tee-GRAHN /tiˈɡrɑn/Medium

Meaning: From Armenian/Persian Tigran, 'a great king' (the kings Tigranes; possibly linked to 'a tiger' or the river Tigris)Medium

In 30 seconds: A great king: Tigran is Armenian — borne by great kings. Regal, strong, and proud (chess champion Tigran Petrosian).
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Origin MediumArmenian, Persian
MeaningFrom Armenian/Persian Tigran, 'a great king' (the kings Tigranes; possibly linked to 'a tiger' or the river Tigris)
U.S. rank (2025)#4842 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births21 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2023
Total births (all-time)≈ 493

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202319902025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Tigran comes from Armenian and Persian Tigran — the name of great Armenian kings (Tigranes the Great), possibly linked to 'a tiger' or the river Tigris (the etymology is uncertain, which we note). A regal, strong, proud name across Armenia (chess world champion Tigran Petrosian).

In the U.S. it appears in Armenian families. Rare, a-great-king at the root, and regal.

Did you know? Tigran is an ancient Armenian royal name (King Tigran/Tigranes the Great built a vast empire) — possibly linked to 'a tiger' or the Tigris; regal and strong (chess world champion Tigran Petrosian).
Overall data confidence 72%
References — Tigran — etymology uncertain

Variations

TigraneDikran

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Tigran mean?

Tigran is an Armenian royal name, 'a great king' (possibly linked to 'a tiger'); the etymology is uncertain.

How do you pronounce Tigran?

It's said tee-GRAHN /tiˈɡrɑn/ — two syllables, stress on the second.

Is Tigran a boy or girl name?

Tigran is a boy's name.

How popular is Tigran?

Tigran is a rare name in the U.S.

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