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

Binion, 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 Binion surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Binion in America

Binion is the 9119th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Binion surname appeared 3,581 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 1 people would have the surname Binion.

We can also compare 2010 data for Binion 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 Binion

The surname Binion has its origins in England, tracing back to the medieval period. It is believed to have derived from the Old English words "byne" and "tun," which collectively translate to "enclosure near a hill" or "hill settlement." This suggests that the name may have originated from a place name, possibly referring to an early Anglo-Saxon settlement located on or near a hill.

One of the earliest documented references to the name Binion can be found in the Domesday Book, a comprehensive survey of landowners and properties in England commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086. The name appears in various forms, such as "Byneton" and "Bynytun," indicating its presence in different regions of the country during the Norman era.

In the 13th century, records show the name appearing as "Binington" and "Bynyngton," further reflecting its evolution over time. These spellings are believed to be associated with specific locations, potentially indicating the areas where families bearing the name resided or originated from.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the surname Binion was Sir John Binion (c. 1390-1453), a prominent English landowner and military commander during the Hundred Years' War. He was knighted for his valor in battles against the French and served under King Henry V.

Another notable figure was Robert Binion (1532-1607), an English merchant and member of the Worshipful Company of Mercers in London. He is known for his successful trading ventures and his involvement in the city's civic affairs.

In the 17th century, the name appears in various parish records across England, with families bearing the surname Binion residing in counties such as Gloucestershire, Warwickshire, and Oxfordshire. One individual of note was Elizabeth Binion (1624-1691), a writer and poet whose works were published during the Restoration period.

Moving into the 18th century, the Binion family had established itself in different parts of England, with some members migrating to the American colonies. One such individual was William Binion (1721-1788), a farmer and landowner who settled in Virginia and played a role in the American Revolutionary War.

In the 19th century, the name Binion gained further prominence with individuals like Sir Joseph Binion (1823-1901), a British industrialist and philanthropist who made significant contributions to the manufacturing sector and supported various charitable causes.

Throughout its history, the surname Binion has been associated with various professions, from military service and trade to literature and industry. While its exact place of origin remains uncertain, the name's longevity and widespread presence across different regions of England attest to its enduring legacy as a distinctive English surname.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Binion

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

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 Binion 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 Binion 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 Binion was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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