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

Fason, 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 Fason surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Fason in America

Fason is the 27059th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Fason surname appeared 895 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 Fason.

We can also compare 2010 data for Fason 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 Fason

The surname FASON has its origins in England, tracing back to the late 12th century. It is believed to be a variant of the Old French word "façon," which translates to "fashion" or "manner." The name likely emerged as a descriptive occupational surname for individuals involved in the tailoring or fashion industries.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the FASON surname can be found in the Pipe Rolls of Gloucestershire in 1197, where a Robert Faysun is listed. This suggests that the name had already established itself in England by the late 12th century.

In the 13th century, the surname appeared in various spellings, including Faisun, Faison, and Fayzun, reflecting the evolution of the English language and regional variations in pronunciation and spelling. The Hundred Rolls of 1273 record a John Faysun in Oxfordshire.

During the 14th century, the FASON surname continued to spread across England. The Subsidy Rolls of Worcestershire, dated 1327, mention a William Fayson, while the Poll Tax Returns of Yorkshire in 1379 list a Johannes Fayson.

One notable figure bearing the FASON surname was John Fason, a 16th-century English politician and Member of Parliament for Thetford in 1558. He played a role in the political landscape of his time.

In the 17th century, the FASON surname gained further prominence. Edward Fason (1605-1675) was an English clergyman and author who served as the Rector of St. Mary Magdalen, Taunton. His published works included sermons and religious treatises.

Another significant individual was Sarah Fason (1668-1742), a Quaker minister and writer from England. She authored several religious works and traveled extensively, preaching and promoting Quaker beliefs.

The 18th century saw the emergence of Thomas Fason (1732-1805), an English landscape painter known for his picturesque depictions of rural scenes. His works were exhibited at the Royal Academy and can be found in various collections.

In the 19th century, John Fason (1805-1871) was a notable English architect and surveyor. He designed several churches and public buildings, leaving an architectural legacy in various parts of England.

While this report focuses on the surname FASON, it is important to note that variations in spelling and pronunciation may exist due to the passage of time and regional influences. The name has a rich history spanning several centuries and has been borne by individuals from various walks of life, including politicians, clergy, writers, artists, and architects.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Fason

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

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

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