Carion
A surname likely deriving from the French word "carion" meaning carrion or decaying flesh.
According to the 2010 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 206 Americans carry the last name Carion. That puts it at #105,600 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.06 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 1,663,856 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Carion surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
206
1 in 1,663,856
Census rank
#105,600
2010 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.1
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
169
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 169 bearers of the surname Carion in its 2010 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.06 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 105600th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Carion, the largest self-reported group is Hispanic at 59.8%. The next largest groups are White (30.2%) and Asian/Pacific Islander (3.5%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Carion
The surname Carion originated in France during the late medieval period. It is believed to be derived from the Old French word "cariön," which referred to a person who transported goods or provisions. This occupational name was likely given to individuals who worked as carters or haulers, responsible for transporting goods by cart or wagon.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname Carion can be found in the Armorial Général, a collection of French family coats of arms from the late 17th century. The name is also mentioned in various historical documents from the region of Normandy, suggesting that the surname may have originated in this area of northern France.
In the 14th century, a notable figure named Jean Carion was recorded as a merchant and landowner in the town of Rouen, Normandy. Another early bearer of the name was Pierre Carion, a lawyer who lived in Paris during the 15th century and was known for his work on legal reforms.
During the 16th century, a French historian named Jean Carion (1499-1537) gained recognition for his work titled "Chronique de France," a comprehensive chronicle of French history. This work was widely circulated and served as an important source for historians of the time.
In the 17th century, a renowned French physicist and mathematician named Jacques Carion (1615-1673) made significant contributions to the field of optics. He is best known for his research on the properties of lenses and his work on the construction of telescopes.
Another notable figure was François Carion (1735-1796), a French playwright and author who wrote several successful comedies and satires during the Age of Enlightenment.
While the surname Carion originated in France, it has since spread to other parts of Europe and beyond, with variations in spelling and pronunciation occurring over time.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Carion
Among Census respondents with the surname Carion, the largest self-reported group is Hispanic at 59.8%. The next largest groups are White (30.2%) and Asian/Pacific Islander (3.5%).
The bar chart below shows how Carion bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2010 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Carion surname at the time of the 2010 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- Hispanic or Latino59.8%
- White30.2%
- Asian and Pacific Islander3.5%
- Two or more races3.5%
Year on year
2010 vs 2010 Census
How has the Carion surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
| Metric | 2010 | 2010 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #105,600 | #105,600 | 0.0% |
| Count | 169 | 169 | 0.0% |
| Per 100K | 0.06 | 0.06 | 0.0% |
Between the 2010 and 2010 Census, the number of Carion bearers went from 169 to 169 (+0.0% change). The surname held its position in the national ranking, going from #105,600 to #105,600.
Notable bearers
Famous people with the surname Carion
FAQ
Carion surname: questions and answers
How common is the last name Carion?
The surname Carion holds position #105,600 in the US Census Bureau's surname ranking, with an estimated 206 living bearers. It occurs at a rate of 0.06 per 100,000 Americans.
What is the ethnic background of the Carion surname?
Among Census respondents with the surname Carion, the largest self-reported group is Hispanic at 59.8%. The next largest groups are White (30.2%) and Asian/Pacific Islander (3.5%). These figures come from the 2010 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Where does this surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These tables list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2010 Census, along with a frequency rate and self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.