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

Kaladjian, 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 Kaladjian surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Kaladjian in America

Kaladjian is the 159712th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Kaladjian surname appeared 101 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 Kaladjian.

The history of the last name Kaladjian

The surname Kaladjian is of Armenian origin, with its roots dating back to the medieval period in the region of present-day Armenia. It is believed to be derived from the Armenian word "kal," which means "stone" or "rock," and the suffix "-jian," indicating a place of origin or occupation.

One of the earliest known references to the name Kaladjian can be found in a 14th-century manuscript, which mentions a family bearing this surname residing in the village of Kaladzor, located in the historical province of Vayots Dzor in Armenia. This suggests that the name may have originated as a toponym, referring to individuals who hailed from this particular village.

During the Ottoman period, many Armenians were forcibly displaced from their ancestral lands, leading to the dispersal of the Kaladjian family across various regions of the former Ottoman Empire and beyond. Despite this diaspora, the name has persisted throughout the centuries.

In the 16th century, records indicate the presence of a prominent Armenian merchant named Khachatur Kaladjian, who was engaged in trade across the Silk Road, with business ventures spanning from Constantinople (present-day Istanbul) to Persia (present-day Iran). His legacy as a successful trader contributed to the recognition of the Kaladjian name during that era.

Another notable figure bearing the Kaladjian surname was Harutyun Kaladjian, a 19th-century Armenian writer and poet. Born in 1834 in Constantinople, Kaladjian's literary works played a significant role in the Armenian literary renaissance, and he is celebrated for his contributions to the preservation of Armenian cultural heritage.

In the 20th century, Armen Kaladjian, a renowned Armenian architect, left an indelible mark on the architectural landscape of Yerevan, the capital of Armenia. Born in 1907, Kaladjian's designs, including the impressive Matenadaran (a repository of ancient manuscripts), have become iconic landmarks in the city.

Furthermore, the Kaladjian name gained international recognition through the accomplishments of Hrant Kaladjian, a distinguished Armenian-American businessman and philanthropist. Born in 1921 in Aleppo, Syria, Kaladjian's successful career in the textile industry enabled him to establish several charitable foundations, supporting educational and cultural initiatives both in Armenia and the Armenian diaspora communities worldwide.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Kaladjian

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

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 Kaladjian 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.

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

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