Garegin is a traditional Armenian masculine given name. Its etymology traces to Old Armenian, likely deriving from elements meaning "of high value, precious, dear." The name is borne prominently by several influential figures in Armenian history and culture, notably Catholicoses of the Armenian Apostolic Church.Among the most notable bearers are Garegin I (1932–1999), who served as Catholicos of All Armenians from 1995 to 1999, and Garegin II (born 1951), the current Catholicos of All Armenians since 1999. Their leadership oversaw a period of revival for the Armenian Church following the Soviet era. The name also appears in the context of the early 20th-century Armenian literary and political figure Garegin Nzhdeh (1886–1955), a prominent proponent of Armenian nationalism.Common diminutives of Garegin include Garen, Garik, and Karen 2 (the spelling Karen overlaps with the Persian name). A variant form is Karekin, which is closely related.The name remains popular in Armenia and among the Armenian diaspora, reflecting both its deep religious significance and cultural heritage.Meaning: Of high value, precious, dearUsage: ArmenianReligious Significance: Adopted by prominent leaders of the Armenian Apostolic Church