Avakian
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Avakian (also spelled Avagian, Avagyan, Avakyan, or Avak'yan) is an Armenian surname. It derives from the Armenian word avag, meaning "oldest," "old," or "big," perhaps signifying that a male ancestor was a prominent individual in his community.[1] It may also mean "son of Avak."
[edit] Notable Avakians
- Bob Avakian (b.1943), American communist leader
- Brad Avakian (b. 1961), American politician from Oregon
- Erik Avakian, American songwriter and arranger
- George Avakian (b. 1919), American record producer
- Tigran Avakian, photographer
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