Find out how popular the last name Derderian is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Derderian.

Derderian, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Derderian surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Derderian in America

Derderian is the 25555th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Derderian surname appeared 966 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Derderian.

We can also compare 2010 data for Derderian to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Derderian

The surname Derderian originated from Armenia, a historical nation located in the Transcaucasia region between Europe and Asia. It has roots that can be traced back to the medieval era, around the 11th to 13th centuries. The name is believed to be derived from the Armenian word "derder," which means "wanderer" or "nomad," and may have referred to individuals or families who led a nomadic lifestyle or traveled frequently.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Derderian surname appears in a manuscript from the 13th century, which documented the lives and travels of Armenian merchants and traders. This suggests that the name may have been associated with individuals involved in commerce and trade during that time period.

In the 14th century, there are records of a prominent Armenian family bearing the Derderian name, who were landowners and influential figures in the region of Vaspurakan, located in present-day Turkey. This family's influence and wealth likely contributed to the spread and recognition of the surname.

During the 16th and 17th centuries, the Derderian name gained further prominence as several individuals from this lineage became renowned scholars and intellectuals within the Armenian diaspora. One notable figure was Khachatur Derderian (1585-1646), a renowned philosopher and theologian who authored several influential works on Armenian history and culture.

Another prominent individual with the Derderian surname was Harutyun Derderian (1732-1799), a celebrated architect and artist who designed and built several notable churches and monasteries in Armenia and the surrounding regions. His works are considered significant examples of Armenian architectural heritage.

In the 19th century, Armenians faced persecution and displacement, leading many Derderian families to migrate to various parts of the world, including Europe, the Americas, and the Middle East. This diaspora contributed to the further spread and diversification of the surname.

One notable figure from this period was Andranik Derderian (1855-1915), a celebrated military commander and national hero who played a pivotal role in the Armenian resistance against Ottoman oppression. His bravery and leadership during the Armenian Genocide earned him widespread recognition and respect.

Throughout its history, the Derderian surname has been associated with individuals from various professions, including scholars, artists, merchants, and military leaders, reflecting the diverse backgrounds and experiences of those who bore this name.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Derderian

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Derderian.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Derderian was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Derderian has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Derderian was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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