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

Guerron, 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 Guerron surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Guerron in America

Guerron is the 150452nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Guerron surname appeared 109 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 Guerron.

The history of the last name Guerron

The surname Guerron has its origins in France, dating back to the Middle Ages, around the 12th century. It is believed to have derived from the Old French word "guerre," meaning "war," and the suffix "-on," indicating a diminutive form or endearment. This suggests that the name may have initially referred to a little warrior or someone associated with military activities.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Guerron can be found in the Livre des Métiers, a historical document from Paris written between 1268 and 1300. This document listed various professions and trades, including individuals with the surname Guerron, indicating their presence in the city during that time period.

In the 14th century, there are records of a notable figure named Jean Guerron, who was a distinguished soldier and knight during the Hundred Years' War between England and France. He played a significant role in several battles and received recognition for his bravery and military prowess.

During the Renaissance era, the Guerron family established themselves in the region of Normandy, France. The name appears in various historical records and documents from that area, suggesting their influence and presence there.

Another notable figure with the surname Guerron was Pierre Guerron, a renowned French poet and playwright who lived in the 16th century (1510-1584). His works were widely celebrated during his lifetime and contributed to the cultural landscape of the time.

In the 17th century, a branch of the Guerron family migrated to the French colony of New France (present-day Canada). Jacques Guerron (1635-1698) was among the early settlers in the region, establishing a lineage that continued for generations in North America.

Throughout the centuries, the surname Guerron has been associated with various professions and fields, including military service, literature, and exploration. While the name has evolved over time with slight variations in spelling, such as Guérron or Guerron, its French origins and connection to warlike or military associations have remained consistent.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Guerron

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

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

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