Mkrtich

Mkrtich is a given name of Armenian origin. It is a variant of the name Mkrdich, which derives from the Armenian word "mkrtel," meaning "to baptize." The name is traditionally given to males and is associated with Saint John the Baptist, as "Mkrtich" is the Armenian equivalent of John the Baptist. This biblical connection makes the name significant within Armenian Christian culture.

Notable individuals bearing the name Mkrtich include Mkrtich Khrimyan, also known as Catholicos Mkrtich I, a prominent Armenian religious and national figure of the 19th and early 20th centuries. He served as the Catholicos of All Armenians and was a respected writer and educator. Another notable figure is Mkrtich Naghashian, an Armenian painter known for his contributions to Armenian art. The name's prevalence can be observed throughout Armenian history in various fields.