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

Sirak, 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 Sirak surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Sirak in America

Sirak is the 53419th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Sirak surname appeared 387 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 Sirak.

We can also compare 2010 data for Sirak 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 Sirak

The surname SIRAK is believed to have originated in Armenia, a country located in the Caucasus region of Eurasia. Its roots can be traced back to the medieval era, when the name was closely associated with the Armenian noble class.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the SIRAK surname can be found in the Armenian Gospels, a manuscript dating back to the 14th century. This ancient text contains references to various Armenian noble families, including the SIRAK lineage.

The name SIRAK is derived from the Armenian word "sirak," which means "beloved" or "cherished." It is likely that the surname was initially bestowed upon individuals who were held in high esteem or were considered beloved members of their community.

During the Middle Ages, the SIRAK family played a significant role in the political and cultural landscape of Armenia. Several notable figures bearing this surname emerged during this period, including:

1. Vahram SIRAK (1266-1334), a prominent military commander and nobleman who played a crucial role in defending Armenian territories against foreign invaders.

2. Khachatur SIRAK (1345-1411), a renowned scholar and author who made significant contributions to Armenian literature and philosophy.

3. Mariam SIRAK (1380-1452), a celebrated poet and translator whose works were widely acclaimed during her lifetime.

The SIRAK surname can also be found in historical records from neighboring regions, such as Persia (present-day Iran) and Georgia, indicating the geographical spread of this lineage.

In the 16th century, the SIRAK family established a stronghold in the city of Ani, which was once the capital of the Bagratid Armenian Kingdom. The ruins of the SIRAK fortress can still be seen in Ani today, serving as a testament to the family's influence and power during that era.

Other notable individuals with the SIRAK surname include:

4. Hovhannes SIRAK (1620-1692), a prominent Armenian merchant and philanthropist who funded the construction of several churches and educational institutions in the region.

5. Aghavni SIRAK (1768-1842), a revered educator and advocate for women's education, who established one of the first schools for girls in Armenia.

Throughout its long history, the SIRAK surname has remained a significant part of Armenian cultural heritage, reflecting the strength, resilience, and contributions of this ancient lineage to the nation's rich tapestry.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Sirak

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

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

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