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

Oganesian, 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 Oganesian surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Oganesian in America

Oganesian is the 81772nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Oganesian surname appeared 231 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 Oganesian.

We can also compare 2010 data for Oganesian 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 Oganesian

The surname Oganesian has its origins in Armenia, with roots dating back to the early medieval period. It is derived from the Armenian word "hogan," which means "soul" or "spirit." The name likely originated as a descriptive identifier, perhaps referring to an individual's spiritual or intellectual qualities.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Oganesian can be found in a 12th-century Armenian manuscript detailing the genealogy of noble families in the region. This document references a certain Hovhannes Oganesian, a prominent landholder and military commander who lived during the reign of the Bagratuni dynasty.

In the following centuries, the Oganesian name appeared in various historical records and chronicles, often associated with influential figures in Armenian society. Notably, in the 14th century, Mkhitar Oganesian was a renowned scholar and theologian who played a crucial role in preserving Armenian literary traditions.

During the Ottoman era, the Oganesian family had a strong presence in the city of Van, located in present-day eastern Turkey. Several members of the family were prominent merchants and traders, contributing to the economic and cultural fabric of the region. One such individual was Khachatur Oganesian (1820-1892), a successful entrepreneur and philanthropist who funded the construction of schools and churches in Van.

In the late 19th century, the Oganesian name gained recognition in the realm of Armenian literature. Khachatur Oganesian (1869-1935), a celebrated poet and writer, was known for his works that celebrated Armenian national identity and cultural heritage.

Another notable figure was Avetis Oganesian (1865-1923), a prominent Armenian revolutionary and statesman who played a pivotal role in the establishment of the First Republic of Armenia in 1918. He served as the first Minister of Foreign Affairs and was instrumental in securing international recognition for the newly formed nation.

As the Armenian diaspora spread across the world, the Oganesian name traveled far beyond its historical homeland. In the 20th century, individuals bearing this surname have made significant contributions in various fields, such as academia, the arts, and politics, further enriching the legacy of this ancient Armenian name.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Oganesian

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

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

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