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

Geragosian, 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 Geragosian surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Geragosian in America

Geragosian is the 143149th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Geragosian surname appeared 116 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 Geragosian.

We can also compare 2010 data for Geragosian 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 Geragosian

The surname Geragosian has its origins in Armenia, an ancient country with a rich cultural heritage. The name is derived from the Armenian word "geragos," which means "farmer" or "cultivator." This suggests that the earliest bearers of this surname were likely involved in agricultural pursuits.

The Geragosian name can be traced back to the medieval period in Armenia, where it was commonly found in various historical records and manuscripts. One of the earliest documented references to the name appears in a 13th-century land registry from the region of Vayots Dzor, which mentions a certain Hovhannes Geragosian as a landowner.

During the 14th and 15th centuries, the Geragosian family played a prominent role in the religious and cultural life of Armenia. Many members of the family served as clergymen and scholars, contributing to the preservation and advancement of Armenian literature and arts. One notable figure from this era was Mkhitar Geragosian, a renowned poet and theologian who lived from 1370 to 1438.

The Geragosian name also has ties to various place names in historic Armenia. For example, the village of Geragos, located in the province of Vayots Dzor, is believed to have derived its name from the Geragosian family, who may have been among the original settlers or landowners in the area.

Variations in the spelling of the surname have been observed throughout history, with forms such as Geragosiants, Geragosyan, and Keragosian appearing in different records and regions. This is likely due to the influence of local dialects and linguistic shifts over time.

Among the notable individuals bearing the Geragosian surname are:

1. Hakob Geragosian (1835-1891), an Armenian writer and educator who contributed significantly to the development of modern Armenian literature.
2. Karapet Geragosian (1865-1930), a prominent Armenian painter and art teacher who played a vital role in the establishment of the national art school in Armenia.
3. Armen Geragosian (1892-1969), a renowned Armenian composer and conductor who helped preserve and popularize Armenian folk music.
4. Raffi Geragosian (1910-1982), an influential Armenian writer and journalist known for his literary contributions and advocacy for social justice.
5. Hasmik Geragosian (born 1953), a celebrated Armenian opera singer who has performed on some of the world's most prestigious stages.

While the Geragosian name has its roots in Armenia, it has since spread to other parts of the world, carried by Armenian diaspora communities and individuals. However, its origins and historical significance remain deeply rooted in the rich cultural heritage of Armenia.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Geragosian

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

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 Geragosian 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 Geragosian 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 Geragosian was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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