Find out how popular the last name Barron is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Barron.

Barron, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Barron surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Barron in America

Barron is the 656th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Barron surname appeared 52,070 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 18 people would have the surname Barron.

We can also compare 2010 data for Barron to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Barron

The surname Barron is believed to have originated in England and Scotland during the medieval period. It is derived from the Old French word "baron," which means "nobleman" or "feudal lord." This title was given to individuals who held large estates and had significant power and influence within their respective regions.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Barron can be found in the Domesday Book, a comprehensive survey of land ownership and taxation commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086. This document mentions several individuals with the surname, indicating its presence in England during the Norman era.

In Scotland, the name Barron was often associated with landed gentry and prominent families. One notable example is the Barrons of Kinnaird, a Scottish aristocratic family whose lineage can be traced back to the 12th century. Sir Walter Barron of Kinnaird (c. 1390-1455) was a prominent figure during the Wars of the Roses and served as a trusted advisor to King James I of Scotland.

Another notable figure with the surname Barron was Sir Andrew Barron (c. 1470-1551), a Scottish poet and diplomat who served as the ambassador to England during the reign of King James IV. His works, including the poem "The Lament for the Makaris," are considered important contributions to Scottish literature.

In England, the name Barron was also associated with various places and landmarks. For instance, the village of Barron's Green in Worcestershire is believed to have derived its name from a prominent family with the surname Barron who once owned land in the area.

During the 16th and 17th centuries, the name Barron gained further prominence in both England and Scotland. One notable individual was Sir John Barron (1584-1670), an English courtier and politician who served as Treasurer of the Royal Navy under King Charles I.

Another significant figure was Robert Barron (1593-1639), a Scottish writer and philosopher who is best known for his work "The Metaphysical Deductions." His contributions to metaphysical thought and philosophy were highly regarded during his lifetime.

Throughout history, the surname Barron has been associated with individuals from various walks of life, including nobility, clergy, scholars, and artists. While the name may have evolved in spelling and pronunciation over the centuries, its roots can be traced back to the medieval period, reflecting the significance and influence of those who bore this surname in the past.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Barron

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Barron.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Barron was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Barron has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Barron was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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