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

Jodon, 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 Jodon surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Jodon in America

Jodon is the 63698th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Jodon surname appeared 313 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 Jodon.

We can also compare 2010 data for Jodon 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 Jodon

The surname Jodon has its origins in France, tracing back to the Middle Ages. It is believed to have originated in the northern regions of the country, particularly Normandy. The name Jodon is derived from the Old French personal name "Jodeun," which itself is a diminutive of the Germanic name "Jodocus" or "Jodoc." This name ultimately finds its roots in the Gothic name "Judwalkus," meaning "walker of the Jews."

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Jodon can be found in the Domesday Book, a comprehensive survey of lands and properties in England commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086. The name appears as "Jodoin," likely referring to a Norman landowner or tenant.

During the 12th century, a nobleman named Raoul Jodon was documented as a prominent figure in the Duchy of Normandy. He held significant lands and influence in the region. Another notable figure was Jean Jodon, a French scholar and theologian who lived in the late 15th century and made contributions to the field of philosophy.

In the 16th century, the name Jodon was associated with the village of Jodonsac, located in the southwestern region of France, near Bordeaux. This village likely derived its name from an earlier form of the surname, further emphasizing the long-standing presence of the Jodon family in the area.

One of the most famous individuals bearing the surname Jodon was Pierre Jodon (1640-1718), a French architect and engineer. He was renowned for his work on various architectural projects, including the Château de Versailles and the Louvre Palace in Paris.

Another notable figure was Marie-Françoise Jodon (1718-1796), a French nun and educator who established several schools for girls in her hometown of Rouen. She was recognized for her dedication to providing quality education and her advocacy for women's rights.

In the 19th century, Michel Jodon (1812-1878) was a prominent French painter known for his landscapes and portraits. His works were exhibited in various prestigious exhibitions, including the Salon de Paris.

Throughout history, the surname Jodon has maintained a strong presence in France, with various branches of the family scattered across different regions. While the name has undergone slight variations in spelling over time, its essence and origins remain deeply rooted in the French culture and heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Jodon

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

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

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