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

Enochson, 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 Enochson surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Enochson in America

Enochson is the 152628th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Enochson surname appeared 107 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Enochson.

The history of the last name Enochson

The surname ENOCHSON is of ancient Hebrew origin, derived from the biblical name Enoch. It is believed to have emerged as a patronymic surname during the medieval period in parts of central Europe, particularly Germany and the Netherlands.

The name Enoch itself is traced back to the Hebrew root "hanokh," which means "dedicated" or "initiated." In the Book of Genesis, Enoch was the grandfather of Noah and is described as a righteous man who walked with God. This biblical association likely contributed to the surname's adoption and perpetuation among Jewish and Christian communities.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the ENOCHSON surname can be found in the Bremische Evangelische Kirchenbücher (Bremen Evangelical Church Records) from the late 16th century. These records document the births, marriages, and deaths of various families in the region, including those bearing the ENOCHSON name.

During the 17th and 18th centuries, the ENOCHSON surname gained prominence in various parts of Germany and the Netherlands. Notable individuals from this era include Johann ENOCHSON (1642-1703), a Dutch mathematician and astronomer who made significant contributions to the study of comets and planetary motion.

In the 19th century, the ENOCHSON name spread further across Europe and to other parts of the world due to emigration. One notable figure from this period was Friedrich ENOCHSON (1818-1892), a German artist and painter known for his landscapes and portraiture.

As the surname traveled, it underwent various spelling variations, such as ENOCHSEN, ENOCHSSON, and ENOCKSON, reflecting regional linguistic influences and differences in record-keeping practices.

Other notable individuals with the ENOCHSON surname include:

1. Eliza ENOCHSON (1807-1879), a British writer and educator who published several works on women's education and social reform.
2. Hans ENOCHSON (1876-1945), a Norwegian explorer and adventurer who led several expeditions to the Arctic regions.
3. Emilia ENOCHSON (1892-1972), a Swedish opera singer and contralto who performed at prestigious venues across Europe.
4. Friedrich ENOCHSON (1911-1988), a German-American scientist and inventor who contributed to the development of early computer technology.
5. Ingrid ENOCHSON (1936-2018), a Dutch artist and sculptor renowned for her abstract and minimalist works.

While the ENOCHSON surname has its roots in ancient biblical tradition, it has since been carried by individuals from diverse backgrounds and nationalities, each contributing to its rich and varied history.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Enochson

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

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 Enochson 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.

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

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