Tigran is of Armenian origin, meaning 'strong lion'. It's traditionally used as a male given name and has been popular throughout Armenia's history. The name gained prominence during the reign of Tigran II the Great (95-55 BC), who expanded the Armenian kingdom to its largest extent.
The name Tigran saw a gradual increase in popularity over the years, with a significant surge starting from 2008 onwards. The highest number of births recorded was in 2023 with 30 babies named Tigran.