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

Hirshon, 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 Hirshon surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Hirshon in America

Hirshon is the 139228th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Hirshon surname appeared 120 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 Hirshon.

We can also compare 2010 data for Hirshon 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 Hirshon

The surname Hirshon is believed to have originated in Eastern Europe, specifically in the regions of modern-day Poland and Ukraine. It is considered a Jewish surname, derived from the Hebrew name Hirsh, which means "deer" or "stag."

The earliest recorded instances of the name Hirshon can be traced back to the 17th century in various Jewish communities across Poland and Ukraine. It is likely that the name was initially adopted as a descriptive surname, referring to someone who possessed qualities associated with a deer, such as agility, speed, or grace.

One of the earliest records of the name Hirshon can be found in the Pinkas Kahal, a communal record book maintained by Jewish communities in Poland during the 17th and 18th centuries. The Pinkas Kahal documented important events, transactions, and decisions within these communities, providing valuable insights into the lives of individuals and families at the time.

In the late 18th century, the name Hirshon gained prominence with the birth of Rabbi Yitzchak Hirshon (1753-1828), a renowned Talmudic scholar and author from the town of Biała Rawska, located in central Poland. His works, including commentaries on the Talmud and other Jewish texts, were widely studied and contributed to the dissemination of the Hirshon name.

Another notable figure bearing the Hirshon surname was Abraham Hirshon (1857-1938), a prominent Jewish businessman and philanthropist from Łódź, Poland. Hirshon played a significant role in the development of the textile industry in Łódź and was known for his philanthropic endeavors, particularly in supporting educational initiatives for Jewish youth.

In the 19th century, the name Hirshon also found its way to the United States, as many Jewish families from Eastern Europe immigrated to America in search of better opportunities. One such individual was Meyer Hirshon (1876-1965), a successful entrepreneur who established a successful business in the garment industry in New York City.

As the Hirshon family spread across different regions, variations in the spelling of the surname emerged, including Hirshhorn, Hirshorn, and Hirschorn. These variations were often the result of transliterations from Hebrew or adaptations to local languages and customs.

Throughout its history, the surname Hirshon has been carried by individuals from diverse backgrounds and professions, making significant contributions to their respective fields and communities. While the name may have evolved over time, its origins as a Jewish surname rooted in Eastern Europe remain a central part of its legacy.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Hirshon

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

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

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