What does Aramazt mean?

Aramazt is the name of the supreme god in ancient Armenian mythology, signifying 'the father of all gods' and the creator of heaven and earth.

How do you pronounce Aramazt?

It is typically pronounced AH-rah-mazd, with the final 't' or 'd' sound being light depending on the dialect (Eastern or Western Armenian).

Is Aramazt a boy or girl name?

Aramazt is strictly a masculine (boy) name due to its origins as the name of the father deity in Armenian mythology.

Is the name Aramazt related to Aram?

Yes, Aram is a common derivative and modern short form that shares etymological roots with the deity Aramazt.

AramaztԱրամազդ

/ah-rah-MAHZT/

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Aramazt is an Armenian boy's name pronounced /ah-rah-MAHZT/. Named after the supreme deity and father of all gods in ancient Armenian mythology.

Meaning of Aramazt

Named after the supreme deity and father of all gods in ancient Armenian mythology.

Aramazt is the Armenian form of the Zoroastrian deity Ahura Mazda, serving as the supreme creator god and father of all deities in pre-Christian Armenian mythology. He was revered as the architect of the universe and the source of fertility, wisdom, and prosperity, often equated with the Greek god Zeus in the interpretatio graeca.

Origin: Armenian
Pronunciation: /ah-rah-MAHZT/

Cultural background

The name is primarily used in Armenia and among the Armenian diaspora as a powerful, traditional masculine name that honors ancient heritage. It remains relatively rare compared to its derivative 'Aram' but carries a sense of nobility and historical pride.

Variations & nicknames

Aramazd
Aramazdian
Aramast
Aram

Famous people named Aramazt

Well-known namesakes — celebrities, historical figures and characters.

Aramazd
Supreme deity in the pre-Christian Armenian pantheon.
Religion · Ancient era
Aramazd Zakaryan
Armenian politician and former member of the National Assembly.
Politics · 1990s-present

Frequently asked about Aramazt

What does Aramazt mean?: Aramazt is the name of the supreme god in ancient Armenian mythology, signifying 'the father of all gods' and the creator of heaven and earth.
How do you pronounce Aramazt?: It is typically pronounced AH-rah-mazd, with the final 't' or 'd' sound being light depending on the dialect (Eastern or Western Armenian).
Is Aramazt a boy or girl name?: Aramazt is strictly a masculine (boy) name due to its origins as the name of the father deity in Armenian mythology.
Is the name Aramazt related to Aram?: Yes, Aram is a common derivative and modern short form that shares etymological roots with the deity Aramazt.

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