Kasparian

Kasparian is a surname of Armenian origin, derived from the given name Kaspar (also Caspar or Jasper). The suffix -ian is a common Armenian patronymic indicating lineage, so Kasparian roughly means “descendant of Kaspar.” The name arose as a way to identify a person or family connected to someone named Kaspar and subsequently became a hereditary surname.

The Kasparian surname is widely found in Armenia and among Armenian communities throughout the diaspora. It is particularly prevalent in countries with large Armenian populations, such as the United States, France, Russia, Canada, Lebanon, and parts of Western Europe. Variants reflecting different transliterations include Kasparyan and Kasparjan, among others, depending on language and national context.

Notable bearers of the name have made contributions across diverse fields, including the arts, sciences, education, and public life. Like many Armenian surnames, Kasparian can be associated with families that maintain cultural and linguistic heritage through generations, often reflecting historical migrations and community networks.

See also: Kaspar (given name); Kasparyan (variant). Kasparian may refer to individuals or families and is not tied to a single historical topic.