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

Yepremian, 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 Yepremian surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Yepremian in America

Yepremian is the 140157th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Yepremian surname appeared 119 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 Yepremian.

We can also compare 2010 data for Yepremian 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 Yepremian

The surname Yepremian finds its origins deeply rooted in Armenian heritage. The name likely emerges from the Armenian provinces that are now part of modern-day Turkey. It's approximated that this surname began to appear around the 12th to 14th centuries, coinciding with the broad spread of Christianity in the region. The name derives from the Armenian given name Yeprem, a form of the name Eprem, which in turn originates from the Greek name Ephraim. Ephraim is a Biblical name meaning "fruitful" or “fertile,” indicating an association with prosperity.

The name Yepremian is closely tied to the Armenian Apostolic Church, as religious names were quite common among the Armenians during medieval times. Manuscripts from the early 15th century record the surname Yepremian in monastic and ecclesiastical contexts. One of the earliest documented instances of the surname was in the manuscripts housed at Etchmiadzin, the spiritual center of the Armenian Church.

Throughout history, several individuals bearing the surname Yepremian have made notable contributions across various fields. In the 18th century, Yepremian family members were known merchants and community leaders in the bustling trade city of Tbilisi, Georgia. One such noteworthy figure was Khachatur Yepremian (1715-1778), whose merchant activities significantly contributed to the local economy.

Moving to modern times, the name gained global recognition due to Garo Yepremian (1944-2015). Born in Cyprus to Armenian parents, Garo Yepremian became a celebrated placekicker in American football, playing for the Miami Dolphins and making a significant impact on the sport in the 1970s. His success brought widespread attention to the surname Yepremian.

In the realm of academia, Dr. Ara Yepremian (1932-2005) made substantial contributions to the study of Near Eastern history and languages. His scholarly works are foundational texts for students exploring ancient Mesopotamian cultures and languages.

In literature, Raffi Yepremian (1925-1997) was a noted Armenian poet and author whose works explored themes of loss and resilience. His contributions helped preserve the Armenian literary tradition during a time when the culture was under significant strain.

Lastly, in the field of medicine, Dr. Seta Yepremian (1950-2010) is recognized for her pioneering work in pediatric oncology in the Middle East. Her groundbreaking research and compassionate care have left a lasting legacy in the medical community.

The Yepremian surname has thus traversed continents and centuries, evolving from its religious and cultural roots in Armenia to be recognized globally due to the prominent achievements of its bearers.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Yepremian

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

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

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