Like many Armenian families, the roots of the Manoukians go back to historical Western Armenia and Eastern Armenia

“Manok” in Armenian means a child or a young man

The surname Manukyan means “son of Manuk,” following the Armenian naming tradition by adding “-ian” or “-yan” to a given name

Many Manukyan families were dispersed during the Armenian Genocide (1915–1923), moving to the Middle East (Lebanon, Syria, Egypt), Europe, the United States, and South America

The family is now part of the Armenian diaspora, with prominent communities in the United States, Canada, France, and Lebanon

The Manukyans in Egyptian Society

Manukyan’s family in Egypt is part of the broader story of the Armenian community’s existence and contributions to Egyptian society, especially during the late 19th and early 20th centuries

Armenian families, including the Manukyans, flourished especially in Cairo and Alexandria, contributing to trade, the arts, and civil society

Business and Professional Life

The Manukyans were probably active in Armenian churches, schools, and cultural associations in Cairo and Alexandria

They would have supported institutions such as the Armenian Chalcedonian School in Cairo or the Boghossian School in Alexandria

Many Armenian families in Egypt—including the Manukyans—were involved in trade, banking, tailoring, fine arts, and engineering

It is likely that the Manukyans participated in Egypt’s growing middle class, with some possibly entering the import-export business or craft industries

Cultural and Religious Support

Armenian churches in Egypt, such as the Church of St. Gregory the Illuminator in Cairo, often relied on wealthy families like the Manukyans for donations and maintenance

Philanthropy, especially towards Armenian issues, was a common feature among Armenian-Egyptian families

Eduard Manukyan – President of the Armenian-Egyptian Businessmen Association

As the president of the Armenian-Egyptian Businessmen Association, Eduard Manukyan plays a pivotal role in strengthening business relations between the Armenian and Egyptian communities

Community Involvement

He has participated in interviews and conferences discussing the Armenian community in Egypt and efforts to strengthen Armenian trade networks