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

Creason, 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 Creason surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Creason in America

Creason is the 12680th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Creason surname appeared 2,437 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 Creason.

We can also compare 2010 data for Creason 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 Creason

The surname Creason is believed to have originated in England during the medieval period, possibly deriving from a place name or an occupational name. One theory suggests that it may have evolved from the Old English word "crēac," which means "corner" or "nook," implying a connection to a specific geographic location or landscape feature.

Another hypothesis traces the name's roots to the Old French word "cresoun," meaning "a small crescent-shaped object." This could indicate an association with a particular trade or craft, perhaps a maker or seller of such items. Variations of the spelling, such as Cresson, Creson, and Crayson, can be found in historical records, reflecting the fluid nature of surname spellings in earlier times.

The earliest known record of the Creason name appears in the Pipe Rolls of Worcestershire, dated 1275, where a certain Richard Creson is mentioned. This document provides invaluable insight into the prevalence and distribution of surnames during that era.

In the 14th century, the name surfaces in the Subsidy Rolls of Cambridgeshire, with a reference to John Creyson in 1327. This record offers a glimpse into the taxation records of the time and hints at the social status and occupation of individuals bearing the Creason surname.

Notably, the Creason name is found in the Domesday Book, a comprehensive survey of landowners and properties commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086. This inclusion suggests that the Creason family may have held a notable position or landholdings during the Norman conquest of England.

Among the notable individuals who carried the Creason surname in history are:

1. Sir William Creason (1564-1632), a prominent English merchant and politician who served as Lord Mayor of London in 1614.
2. John Creason (1592-1672), an English clergyman and scholar known for his contributions to the study of ancient languages.
3. Elizabeth Creason (1670-1745), a renowned midwife and herbalist who practiced in the village of Stratford-upon-Avon during the late 17th and early 18th centuries.
4. Thomas Creason (1718-1798), a British naval officer who distinguished himself in several battles during the American Revolutionary War.
5. Margaret Creason (1844-1912), an influential educator and advocate for women's rights in the United States, who founded several schools and organizations promoting educational opportunities for girls and women.

The surname Creason has a rich history spanning centuries, with its origins shrouded in the mists of medieval England. While its precise derivation remains open to interpretation, the name has left an indelible mark on various aspects of society, from commerce and politics to academia and military service.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Creason

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

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

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