The name "Krikorian" is spelled phonetically as /krɪˈkɔriən/. The beginning sound is "kr" which comes from the combination of the "k" and "r" sounds. The vowel sound is "i" followed by the consonant blend "kr". The ending "-ian" is pronounced as "ee-ən". Therefore, the correct spelling of "Krikorian" is essential for the correct pronunciation. In terms of origin, the name Krikorian is Armenian, and often spelled "Krikoriantz" or "Grikorian" in Armenian.
The surname "Krikorian" is of Armenian origin. It is a patronymic name derived from the Armenian male given name "Krikor", which is the Armenian version of the name Gregory. The suffix "ian" in Armenian surnames indicates "son of" or "descendant of", hence "Krikorian" can be understood as "son of Krikor" or "descendant of Gregory". This surname is commonly found among individuals of Armenian descent.