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

Ishkanian, 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 Ishkanian surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ishkanian in America

Ishkanian is the 157234th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ishkanian surname appeared 103 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 Ishkanian.

We can also compare 2010 data for Ishkanian 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 Ishkanian

The surname ISHKANIAN is of Armenian origin, with roots dating back to the medieval period in historical Armenia. It is likely derived from the Armenian word "ishkhan," which translates to "prince" or "noble." This suggests that the name may have been initially held by individuals from aristocratic or noble families in the region.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name ISHKANIAN can be found in the chronicles of the Armenian historian Kirakos Gandzaketsi, who documented the lives of notable figures in the 13th century. He mentioned an Armenian noble named Hasan Ishkanian, who played a significant role in the political affairs of the time.

During the 14th and 15th centuries, the ISHKANIAN surname appeared in various Armenian manuscripts and records, particularly those related to land ownership and taxation. In these documents, the name was often associated with prominent families who held significant landholdings and influence within their respective communities.

The town of Ishkhanavan, located in the Ararat region of modern-day Armenia, is believed to have derived its name from the ISHKANIAN surname. This connection suggests that the name was well-established and carried significant weight in the area during the Middle Ages.

One notable bearer of the ISHKANIAN surname was Hovhannes Ishkanian (1592-1672), a renowned Armenian scholar, philosopher, and theologian. His works on theology and philosophy were widely studied and revered within Armenian intellectual circles of the time.

In the 18th century, Petros Ishkanian (1723-1795) was a prominent Armenian merchant and philanthropist who made significant contributions to the Armenian community in Venice, Italy. His generosity and support for Armenian cultural and educational initiatives earned him widespread recognition and respect.

Another distinguished individual with the ISHKANIAN surname was Avetis Ishkanian (1857-1923), an Armenian writer, journalist, and political activist. He played a pivotal role in the Armenian national liberation movement and was a vocal advocate for Armenian rights during the Ottoman Empire's reign.

Throughout the centuries, the ISHKANIAN surname has been carried by individuals from various walks of life, including clergy, artists, intellectuals, and community leaders. While the exact origins of the name may be shrouded in the mists of time, its association with nobility and prominence in Armenian history is undeniable.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ishkanian

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

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

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