Vasken

Vasken is a masculine given name of Armenian origin. It is widely used among Armenians in Armenia and in the diaspora across the Middle East, Europe, and North America. The name is commonly transliterated as Vasken, Voskan, or similar variants, reflecting differences in phonetic rendering from Armenian into Latin-script languages.

The exact etymology of Vasken is not definitively documented in concise English-language sources. It belongs to a broader pattern of Armenian personal names that have persisted for centuries and is found in both historical and modern contexts. In Armenian usage, the name has appeared in ecclesiastical records as well as secular naming practices, indicating its long-standing foothold in Armenian cultural life.

In contemporary times, Vasken continues to be used for boys within Armenian communities, conveying a sense of cultural continuity and heritage. The name is also encountered among members of the Armenian diaspora who maintain ties to Armenian language and tradition, even when living in multilingual or multicultural settings.

Notable bearers of the name span various fields, including arts, scholarship, and public life, reflecting the name’s enduring presence in Armenian society. As a traditional Armenian given name, Vasken exemplifies how historical naming patterns persist in modern contexts.

See also: Armenian given names; Voskan.