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

Missakian, 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 Missakian surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Missakian in America

Missakian is the 151532nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Missakian surname appeared 108 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 Missakian.

The history of the last name Missakian

The surname Missakian has its origins in Armenia, a country located in the Caucasus region. It is believed to have emerged during the medieval period, possibly as early as the 10th or 11th century. The name is derived from the Armenian word "missak," which means "messenger" or "envoy."

Historically, the name was prevalent in regions such as Vaspurakan, Syunik, and Artsakh, which were important centers of Armenian culture and civilization. Some early records suggest that individuals bearing the name Missakian may have been employed as messengers or envoys for noblemen or religious leaders, reflecting the meaning of the name's root word.

One of the earliest documented instances of the name Missakian can be found in a 13th-century manuscript from the Monastery of Tatev, located in the Syunik region. The manuscript mentions a certain Grigor Missakian, who was a scribe and scholar. Unfortunately, exact dates of birth and death are not provided.

In the 15th century, a prominent figure named Khachatur Missakian was a renowned architect and builder. He is credited with the construction of several churches and monasteries in the region, including the Cathedral of Gandzasar in Artsakh, completed in 1238.

During the 16th century, a notable individual named Hovhannes Missakian served as a diplomat and negotiator for the Armenian Kingdom of Cilicia. He played a crucial role in establishing diplomatic relations with neighboring states and securing trade agreements.

In the 18th century, a scholar and philosopher named Mkhitar Missakian gained recognition for his contributions to Armenian literature and philosophy. He authored several works exploring topics such as ethics, metaphysics, and the nature of existence.

Another prominent figure was Avetis Missakian, a 19th-century military leader and commander. He served in the Russian Imperial Army and was known for his bravery and strategic prowess during the Russo-Turkish Wars of the late 19th century.

While the name Missakian has its roots in Armenia, over time, it has spread to various parts of the world due to migrations and diasporas. However, its origins and historical significance remain deeply tied to the Armenian culture and heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Missakian

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

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

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