Hagop is the Western Armenian transcription of Hakob, a common Armenian first name derived from the Greek Ἰακώβ (Iakṓb), equivalent to the English name Jacob. The name has deep roots in Armenian culture and is often associated with the biblical figure Jacob. A common diminutive form is Hakobik (Հակոբիկ or Յակոբիկ). The surname Hakobyan/Hagopian (Հակոբյան or Յակոբեան) is derived from this name, indicating its widespread usage and cultural significance.