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

Hohn, 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 Hohn surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Hohn in America

Hohn is the 11508th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Hohn surname appeared 2,733 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 Hohn.

We can also compare 2010 data for Hohn 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 Hohn

The surname HOHN is of German origin, with its roots tracing back to the late Middle Ages. It is believed to have derived from the German word "hohn," which translates to "mockery" or "derision." This suggests that the name was likely bestowed upon an individual who possessed a sarcastic or mocking demeanor.

The earliest recorded instances of the HOHN surname can be found in historical documents from the 14th century, primarily concentrated in the regions of Saxony and Bavaria. One notable mention is in the Bürger Register (Citizen Register) of the city of Leipzig, where a certain Johann Hohn is listed as a resident in the year 1387.

During the 16th century, the HOHN name gained prominence in the town of Kitzingen, located in the modern-day state of Bavaria. Records from this period indicate that a family of skilled blacksmiths carried the HOHN surname, with their craft being passed down through generations.

One of the most notable individuals bearing the HOHN name was Johannes Hohn (1585-1659), a renowned theologian and rector of the University of Leipzig. His scholarly works on theology and philosophy were widely circulated throughout Europe during the 17th century.

In the 18th century, the HOHN surname found its way into the annals of military history with the exploits of Friedrich Wilhelm Hohn (1712-1788), a Prussian general who served under Frederick the Great during the Seven Years' War. His strategic prowess and leadership on the battlefield earned him recognition and numerous honors.

Another noteworthy figure was the German composer and organist Georg Michael Hohn (1763-1821), whose compositions for the organ and church choirs were highly regarded in his time. His works were performed in various churches and cathedrals throughout the German-speaking regions.

As the 19th century dawned, the HOHN name gained literary prominence with the writer and poet Karl Hohn (1810-1875). His poetic works, often depicting the beauty of nature and rural life, were widely acclaimed and published in various literary journals of the era.

Throughout its history, the HOHN surname has been associated with individuals from diverse backgrounds, ranging from scholars and military figures to artists and artisans. While its origins may have stemmed from a somewhat derisive connotation, the name has nonetheless left an indelible mark on the cultural and historical tapestry of Germany and beyond.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Hohn

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

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

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