Sahak

Hebrew

"laughter"

Sahak Origin and Meaning

The name Sahak is a boy's name.

Sahak is an ancient Armenian name with deep historical and cultural significance. Derived from the Persian name Isaac (meaning 'laughter' or 'he will laugh'), Sahak has been used for centuries within Armenian communities worldwide. One of its most notable bearers was Saint Sahak the Great, a 4th-5th century Catholicos (supreme head) of the Armenian Apostolic Church who helped create the Armenian alphabet and translate the Bible into Armenian. The name carries connotations of wisdom, leadership, and cultural preservation. While primarily used in Armenian families and diaspora communities, Sahak has a distinctive sound that bridges Eastern and Western naming traditions.