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

Jomarron, 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 Jomarron surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Jomarron in America

Jomarron is the 126018th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Jomarron surname appeared 136 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 Jomarron.

The history of the last name Jomarron

The surname "JOMARRON" is believed to have originated in Spain during the 16th century. It is likely derived from the Spanish words "jomar" and "rron," which together could mean something along the lines of "wandering traveler" or "nomadic person." This suggests that the name may have been initially given to someone who led a nomadic lifestyle or frequently traveled from place to place.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the 1587 census records of the Spanish town of Almería, where a family by the name of Jomarron was listed as residents. It's possible that this family had roots in the nearby village of Jomar, which could explain the origins of the first part of the surname.

In the late 17th century, a notable figure named Juan Jomarron was a renowned explorer and cartographer who mapped several regions of South America. His detailed maps of the Amazon basin and the Andes mountains were widely used by Spanish expeditions and helped shape the understanding of the geography of the region at the time.

Another notable bearer of the name was María Jomarron, a Spanish writer and poet who lived in the mid-18th century. She is best known for her collection of poems titled "Versos del Corazón" (Verses of the Heart), which explored themes of love, loss, and the beauty of nature.

During the 19th century, a wealthy landowner named Enrique Jomarron owned vast estates in the region of Andalusia, where he was renowned for his successful cultivation of olives and wine grapes. His influence and wealth contributed to the prominence of the Jomarron name in that area.

In the early 20th century, a political activist named Javier Jomarron played a significant role in the labor movement in Spain, advocating for better working conditions and fair wages for factory workers. His efforts helped bring about important reforms and improved the lives of many working-class citizens.

Throughout its history, the surname "JOMARRON" has been associated with individuals from various walks of life, including explorers, artists, landowners, and activists. Despite its relatively uncommon nature, the name has left a lasting impact on the cultural and historical tapestry of Spain and the Spanish-speaking world.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Jomarron

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

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

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