Kardashyan
The origin of the surname Kardashyan
Kardashian derives from the Turkish kardaş, “brother/comrade,” with the Armenian -ian, “descendant of.”
What kind of surname is Kardashyan?
Kardashyan is a patronymic surname, derived from a father's or ancestor's given name. It belongs to the Armenian naming tradition — you can read how Armenian surnames were formed on our Armenian last names page.
Variants & spellings of Kardashyan
You may also see this surname written as:
- Kardashian
Other Armenian surnames
Other patronymic surnames
Family names formed the same way, from different cultures.
Frequently asked questions
What does the surname Kardashyan mean?
The surname Kardashyan means Descendant of the comrade. Kardashian derives from the Turkish kardaş, “brother/comrade,” with the Armenian -ian, “descendant of.”
Where does the surname Kardashyan come from?
Kardashyan is a surname of Armenian origin.
What kind of surname is Kardashyan?
Kardashyan is a patronymic surname, derived from a father's or ancestor's given name.
What are other spellings of Kardashyan?
Variant spellings of Kardashyan include Kardashian.
What are other Armenian surnames?
Other Armenian surnames include Avetisyan, Grigoryan, Harutyunyan, Hovhannisyan, Karapetyan, Khachatryan.