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

Oganesyan, 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 Oganesyan surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Oganesyan in America

Oganesyan is the 30509th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Oganesyan surname appeared 765 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 Oganesyan.

We can also compare 2010 data for Oganesyan 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 Oganesyan

The surname Oganesyan originated in Armenia, with roots tracing back to the 5th century AD. Its origins can be found in the Armenian name Hovhannes, which is derived from the ancient Hebrew name Yohanan, meaning "God is gracious." Over time, the name evolved through various spellings and regional variations, ultimately leading to the formation of the modern surname Oganesyan.

Historically, the surname Oganesyan was primarily concentrated in the central and eastern regions of Armenia, particularly in the provinces of Ararat and Vayots Dzor. It is believed that some of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in medieval Armenian manuscripts and chronicles, although specific references are scarce due to the turbulent history of the region.

One of the earliest known bearers of the Oganesyan surname was Hovhannes Oganesyan, a prominent Armenian scholar and theologian who lived in the 12th century. He was renowned for his contributions to the study of Armenian literature and his works on the interpretation of religious texts.

In the 16th century, the name Oganesyan appeared in various administrative records and land registries, particularly in the regions surrounding the city of Yerevan. This suggests that the surname was firmly established among the Armenian nobility and landowners during this period.

Another notable figure was Hovhannes Oganesyan, an Armenian military commander who fought against Ottoman forces in the early 19th century. His bravery and leadership during the Russo-Persian War of 1826-1828 earned him widespread recognition and respect among his compatriots.

In the realm of Armenian literature, Vahan Oganesyan, a renowned poet and writer, left a lasting impact with his works celebrating Armenian culture and national identity. He was born in 1871 and his poetic legacy continues to be celebrated to this day.

The 20th century saw the rise of several prominent individuals bearing the Oganesyan surname, including Avetik Oganesyan, a celebrated writer and public figure who played a significant role in the Armenian literary renaissance. He was born in 1865 and his works remain widely studied and appreciated.

Furthermore, Hovhannes Oganesyan, a prominent Armenian composer and conductor, made significant contributions to the development of Armenian classical music. He was born in 1912 and his compositions are still performed and cherished by audiences worldwide.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Oganesyan

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

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

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