Araz
Gender: Boy
Origin: Armenian
Meaning: Eagle
Popularity: Not in the U.S. top 1,000 names
Araz Meaning and Origin
The name Araz is a boy’s name meaning “eagle” and is of Armenian origin. In Azerbaijani, Araz is the name of a river that runs through Azerbaijan, Iran, and Turkmenistan. It is also the name of a region in Azerbaijan. It is believed to have roots in several different languages and cultures, including Persian, Azerbaijani, Armenian, and Turkish. In Persian, Araz means “desire,” “wish,” or “aspiration.” In Turkish, Araz means “limit,” “boundary,” or “border.” Araz is a relatively uncommon name, but it has been used in various forms throughout history and across different regions and cultures. Famous people with the name Araz include Araz Abdullayev, an Azerbaijani football player, and Araz Khachatryan, an Armenian chess player.
