From the village of Narek
The name is primarily associated with the 10th-century Armenian monk and poet St. Gregory of Narek. It refers to the village and monastery of Narek, located near Lake Van in historical Armenia. It is a deeply significant cultural and spiritual name within the Armenian community.
Less common today
Narek isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,955 in 2021.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Armenian monk, poet, and philosopher
Award-winning Armenian cellist
Olympic flyweight boxer
