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

Nalbandian, 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 Nalbandian surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Nalbandian in America

Nalbandian is the 29550th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Nalbandian surname appeared 798 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 Nalbandian.

We can also compare 2010 data for Nalbandian 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 Nalbandian

The surname Nalbandian originates from Armenia, with its roots tracing back to the Middle Ages. It is derived from the Armenian word "nalbant," which means "blacksmith" or "locksmith." This occupational surname was likely first bestowed upon an individual whose profession involved working with metal, particularly in the crafting of tools, weapons, or other metallic objects.

The name Nalbandian can be found in various historical records and manuscripts from medieval Armenia, indicating its longstanding presence in the region. One notable early reference is in the 13th-century manuscript "Istoriya Sionakan Vank'i" (History of the Monastery of Sion), which mentions a certain Nalbandian family residing in the vicinity of the Sion Monastery.

The earliest recorded instances of the name Nalbandian can be traced back to the 14th century. One prominent individual bearing this surname was Krikor Nalbandian, a skilled metalworker who lived in the city of Ani during the late 14th century. His work was renowned for its intricate designs and craftsmanship.

Another notable figure was Hovhannes Nalbandian, a 16th-century Armenian scholar and theologian from the town of Khizan (present-day Turkey). He authored several works on religious and philosophical subjects, contributing significantly to the intellectual discourse of his time.

In the 18th century, Hakob Nalbandian was a celebrated architect and builder from the city of Yerevan. He oversaw the construction of several churches and monastic complexes, leaving an indelible mark on the architectural heritage of Armenia.

Tigran Nalbandian, born in 1879 and died in 1942, was a prominent Armenian writer and playwright. His works, which often explored themes of national identity and social issues, played a pivotal role in shaping modern Armenian literature.

During the 20th century, Hovhannes Nalbandian (1903-1971) was a renowned Armenian composer and pedagogue. His compositions, which blended traditional Armenian folk music with contemporary classical styles, earned him widespread recognition and acclaim.

It is worth noting that while the Nalbandian surname has its roots in Armenia, it has since spread to other parts of the world, particularly among the Armenian diaspora communities. However, the earliest and most significant historical references to this surname can be traced back to its homeland, Armenia, and the rich cultural heritage associated with it.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Nalbandian

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

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

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