Explore the Family Name Avakian
The meaning of Avakian
Armenian: patronymic from the personal name Avak, from classical Armenian awag ‘first, eldest, great, noble’. Compare Avagyan. Some characteristic forenames: Armenian Sarkis, Armen, Avak, Anahid, Arra, Avadis, Hagop, Haig, Hovsep, Vahe, Vartan, Anoush.
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How common is the last name Avakian in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Avakian experienced a mild increase in popularity between 2000 and 2010. The rank of the name rose from 21,307 to 21,119 during this period, marking an upward shift of 0.88%. In terms of count, the number of individuals bearing the Avakian surname increased by 8.46%, growing from 1,146 in 2000 to 1,243 in 2010. However, the proportion per 100,000 people remained constant at 0.42.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #21,307 | #21,119 | 0.88% |
| Count | 1,146 | 1,243 | 8.46% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.42 | 0.42 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Avakian
The ethnicity distribution for the surname Avakian also shifted between 2000 and 2010, according to the Decennial U.S. Census data. The percentage of individuals identifying as white grew slightly by 2.31%, from 91.45% to 93.56%. There was also a significant increase in individuals with Hispanic ethnic identity, which rose by 84.70%, albeit from a low base of 1.83% to 3.38%. Conversely, those reporting two or more races dropped dramatically by 59.65%, from 6.37% to 2.57%. No individuals with this surname identified as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either census year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 91.45% | 93.56% | 2.31% |
| Hispanic | 1.83% | 3.38% | 84.7% |
| Two or More Races | 6.37% | 2.57% | -59.65% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |