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

Jun, 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 Jun surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Jun in America

Jun is the 8164th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Jun surname appeared 4,059 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 Jun.

We can also compare 2010 data for Jun 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 Jun

The surname JUN originates from China and has its roots in the Mandarin Chinese language. It is believed to have emerged during the Tang Dynasty, which ruled from 618 to 907 AD. The name JUN is derived from the Chinese word "jun," which means "truth" or "noble." It was often given as a surname to individuals who were considered honest, virtuous, or of high social standing.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname JUN can be found in the Tang Dynasty's official records, where it is mentioned in reference to a noble family from the city of Chang'an, the capital of the Tang Empire. This family was known for their integrity and service to the imperial court.

During the Song Dynasty (960-1279 AD), the JUN surname gained further prominence. In the year 1086, a scholar named JUN Qingzhi was appointed as a high-ranking official in the imperial government, and his achievements were documented in the historical records of the time.

In the 13th century, a military general named JUN Wenzhen played a significant role in defending the Song Dynasty against the Mongol invasions. His bravery and strategic prowess earned him a place in the annals of Chinese history.

As the dynasties changed and empires rose and fell, the JUN surname continued to be associated with individuals of notable character and accomplishments. One notable figure was JUN Xizhai, a renowned artist and calligrapher who lived during the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644 AD).

Another prominent individual with the surname JUN was a 16th-century scholar and philosopher named JUN Zhi. His works on Confucian philosophy and ethics were widely studied and influential during his time.

It is worth noting that variations of the JUN surname, such as JUEN and JUAN, can be found in other regions of China and among Chinese diaspora communities around the world. These variations likely emerged due to regional dialects and linguistic adaptations over time.

Throughout its history, the surname JUN has been associated with individuals who have made significant contributions to various fields, including literature, art, philosophy, and military strategy. While the name may have evolved and taken on different forms, its underlying meaning of truth, nobility, and integrity has remained a consistent thread.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Jun

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

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

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