Etymology
Torosyan (Armenian: Թորոսյան) is an Armenian surname meaning "son of Toros." The root name Toros is the Armenian form of Theodore, which derives from the Greek Θεόδωρος (Theodoros), meaning "gift of god" — from θεός (theos, "god") and δῶρον (doron, "gift"). The suffix -yan (or -ian) is a common Armenian patronymic ending, equivalent to "-son" or "-ian." Thus, Torosyan identifies bearers as descendants of someone named Toros.
Notable Bearers
Several individuals have borne the surname Torosyan. Ara Torosyan (born 1972) is an Armenian arranger and record producer. David Torosyan (born 1950) is a former Soviet boxer. Krikor Torosian (1884–1915) was an Armenian satirical writer, journalist, and publisher. Ovanes Torosyan (born 1986) is a stage actor and theater director. Peter Torosian was an American politician. Sahak Torosyan (1885–1940) was an Armenian politician. Tigran Torosyan (born 1956) is an Armenian politician and former President of the National Assembly.
Variants and Related Names
The variant Torosian also exists. The name is cognate with surnames in other languages that derive from Theodore, such as Todorov (Macedonian), Theodorou (Greek), Todaro (Italian), Teodoro (Portuguese), and Tudor (Romanian),
- Meaning: "son of Toros" (from Theodore, meaning "gift of god")
- Origin: Armenian patronymic surname
- Type: Surname
- Usage Regions: Armenia, Armenian diaspora
Sources: Wikipedia — Torosyan