Mardikian

Mardikian is an Armenian surname. It is derived from the given name "Martiros," the Armenian form of "Martyr," combined with the diminutive suffix "-ik" and the patronymic suffix "-ian." The name indicates descent from or association with someone named Martiros.

Notable people with the surname Mardikian include:

• George Mardikian (1903-1977): A prominent Armenian-American restaurateur, author, and philanthropist. He was known for popularizing Armenian cuisine in the United States through his San Francisco restaurant, Omar Khayyam's, and his cookbooks.

The surname is found among Armenian communities around the world, particularly in areas with significant Armenian diasporas.