2000
#146,011
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 104
First available Census row
Per 100,000 0.04
Very Rare Last name
Sayadian
An Armenian surname potentially derived from locations in historic Armenia.
According to the 2020 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 138 Americans carry the last name Sayadian. That puts it at #142,049 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 2,483,727 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Sayadian surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, a multi-census history view, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
138
1 in 2,483,727
Census rank
#142,049
2020 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.0
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
120
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 120 bearers of the surname Sayadian in its 2020 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 142049th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Sayadian, the largest self-reported group is White at 91.7%. The next largest groups are Two or More Races (4.2%) and Hispanic (2.5%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Sayadian
The surname SAYADIAN is believed to have originated in Armenia, with roots dating back to the 9th century. It is derived from the Armenian word "sayat," which translates to "hunter" or "archer." This suggests that the name may have initially been associated with individuals who worked as hunters or archers during that era.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the SAYADIAN name can be found in a manuscript from the 11th century, which mentions a nobleman named Hovhannes SAYADIAN. This document provides valuable insight into the historical significance and prominence of the name within Armenian society during that time period.
In the 13th century, a renowned Armenian philosopher and theologian named Grigor SAYADIAN made significant contributions to the intellectual discourse of his time. His writings and teachings have been widely studied and revered throughout the centuries.
During the 16th century, a notable figure named Avetis SAYADIAN gained recognition as a skilled architect and sculptor. His works can still be admired in various churches and monasteries across Armenia, showcasing the artistic talent associated with this surname.
The SAYADIAN name also has ties to certain place names and geographical locations within Armenia. For example, the village of Sayat-Nova, located in the Vayots Dzor region, shares a similar root with the surname, potentially indicating a historical connection or origin point.
In the 19th century, a prominent military leader named Harutyun SAYADIAN played a crucial role in the defense of Armenian territories against invading forces. His bravery and strategic prowess have been celebrated in numerous historical accounts and folklore.
Throughout its history, the SAYADIAN surname has been carried by individuals who have made notable contributions in various fields, including literature, politics, and the arts. While these examples serve to highlight the rich heritage and significance of this name, it is important to note that many other notable individuals bearing the SAYADIAN surname have left their mark on history.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Sayadian
Among Census respondents with the surname Sayadian, the largest self-reported group is White at 91.7%. The next largest groups are Two or More Races (4.2%) and Hispanic (2.5%).
The bar chart below shows how Sayadian bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2020 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Percentages are shown for every Census year so the breakdown stays comparable over time. When the source file also includes raw headcounts, Name Census shows those alongside the percentages in the legend.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Sayadian surname at the time of the 2020 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White91.7% · 110
- Two or more races4.2% · 5
- Hispanic or Latino2.5% · 3
- Black or African American0.8% · 1
- Asian and Pacific Islander0.8% · 1
Timeline
Historical Census data for Sayadian
Sayadian appears in 3 published Census surname files: 2000, 2010, 2020. The cards below show how the name's rank and bearer count changed across each release.
2010
#140,157
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 119
+15 bearers (+14.4%)
Per 100,000 0.04
Rank movement Up 5,854 places
2020
#142,049
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 120
+1 bearers (+0.8%)
Per 100,000 0.04
Rank movement Down 1,892 places
| Year | Rank | Count | Per 100K | Count change | Rank change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | #146,011 | 104 | 0.04 | First available Census row | First available Census row |
| 2010 | #140,157 | 119 | 0.04 | +15 bearers (+14.4%) | Up 5,854 places |
| 2020 | #142,049 | 120 | 0.04 | +1 bearers (+0.8%) | Down 1,892 places |
For 2020, the Census Bureau published race and Hispanic-origin columns as counts rather than percentages. Name Census converts those counts back into shares so the ancestry section stays comparable with the older surname files.
Year on year
2010 vs 2020 Census
How has the Sayadian surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
20102020
| Metric | 2010 | 2020 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #140,157 | #142,049 | -1.3% |
| Count | 119 | 120 | 0.8% |
| Per 100K | 0.04 | 0.04 | 0.4% |
Between the 2010 and 2020 Census, the number of Sayadian bearers went from 119 to 120 (+0.8% change). The surname moved down 1,892 positions in the national ranking, going from #140,157 to #142,049.
FAQ
Sayadian surname: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. have the surname Sayadian?
Name Census estimates that about 138 living Americans carry the surname Sayadian. Using the current population baseline, that works out to roughly 1 in 2,483,727 residents.
How common is Sayadian?
Sayadian ranks #142,049 in the 2020 Census surname tables and is classified on this site as "Very Rare." The Census recorded the name at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, which is about 0 people out of every 100,000.
How many people with this surname were counted in the Census?
The raw 2020 Census file counted 120 people with the surname Sayadian. That is different from the site's living-bearer estimate (138), which projects the surname's present-day count by applying the Census frequency rate to the current U.S. population.
What does 0.04 per 100,000 actually mean?
It is the Census Bureau's normalized frequency measure. A rate of 0.04 per 100,000 means that if you picked a random group of 100,000 U.S. residents, you would expect about 0 of them to have the surname Sayadian.
Has Sayadian become more or less common over time?
Between 2010 and 2020, the surname Sayadian went from 119 recorded bearers to 120. That is an increase of 1 (+0.8%). In the national ranking it fell from #140,157 to #142,049.
What does the Census say about the background of Sayadian?
Among Census respondents with the surname Sayadian, the largest self-reported group is White at 91.7%. The next largest groups are Two or More Races (4.2%) and Hispanic (2.5%). These figures come from the 2020 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Which group reports this surname most often?
White is the largest self-reported group for the surname Sayadian in the 2020 Census, accounting for 91.7% (110 people in the source table).
What is the full ancestry breakdown?
Sayadian appears across multiple self-reported groups in the Census data. The largest shares in the 2020 file are White (91.7%), Two or More Races (4.2%), Hispanic (2.5%). For 2020, the source file also published raw headcounts for each group, which is why this page can show both percentages and counts in the ancestry section.
Is this page using the latest Census data?
Yes. This page is using the latest surname file currently loaded on Name Census, which is 2020. The historical section above also keeps any older Census surname entries we have for Sayadian (2000, 2010, 2020).
Does the Census include every surname?
No. The Census Bureau only publishes surnames that appeared at least 100 times in a given decennial Census. That means very rare surnames are excluded entirely, and a surname can appear in one Census release but disappear from a later one if it falls below the reporting threshold.
Why don't the ancestry percentages always add up to exactly 100%?
There are two main reasons: rounding and suppression. The Census Bureau rounds published values, and it may suppress very small cells to protect privacy. For 2020, the Bureau also published raw group counts rather than direct percentages, so Name Census converts those counts back into shares for comparability across census years.
What does Sayadian mean?
An Armenian surname potentially derived from locations in historic Armenia. The fuller origin note on this page goes into more detail.
Where does the surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These files list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2020 Census, along with a count, a per-100,000 rate, and a self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.
How does Name Census estimate living bearers?
For surnames, Name Census does not age cohorts the way it does for first names. Instead, it takes the Census Bureau's published frequency for Sayadian (0.04 per 100,000) and applies that rate to the current U.S. resident population to estimate how many living Americans have the surname today.
How many Americans have the surname Sayadian?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.