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

Karon, 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 Karon surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Karon in America

Karon is the 57372nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Karon surname appeared 355 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 Karon.

We can also compare 2010 data for Karon 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 Karon

The surname KARON is believed to have originated in Poland, with roots tracing back to the 15th century. It is derived from the Polish word "kara," meaning "punishment" or "penalty," suggesting a possible connection to an ancestor's occupation or a historical event.

The earliest known record of the KARON surname appears in a Polish parish register from the late 16th century, where it was spelled "Karón." This variation in spelling was common during that era due to regional dialects and inconsistent record-keeping practices.

In the 17th century, the name KARON became more widespread across various regions of Poland, including the cities of Krakow and Warsaw. Historical records from this time period indicate that several families with this surname held positions of prominence, such as landowners or members of the nobility.

One notable figure bearing the KARON surname was Jan KARON, a Polish military leader who participated in the Kosciuszko Uprising against Russian forces in the late 18th century. He was born in 1762 and died in 1810, leaving behind a legacy of bravery and resistance against foreign occupation.

Another individual of historical significance was Zofia KARON, a renowned painter and artist who lived during the 19th century. Born in 1824 in Warsaw, her works were celebrated for their intricate details and vibrant colors, capturing the essence of Polish culture and landscapes.

During the early 20th century, the KARON surname gained recognition beyond Poland's borders. Adam KARON, a Polish-American engineer and inventor, made significant contributions to the field of aviation. He was born in 1887 and passed away in 1963, leaving behind a legacy of innovative designs and patents.

In the realm of literature, the name KARON is associated with Wladyslaw KARON, a prominent Polish novelist and playwright. Born in 1905, his works explored themes of social injustice and the struggles of the working class, earning him widespread acclaim both in Poland and internationally.

The KARON surname has also been linked to several geographical locations within Poland, such as the village of Karonów in the Łódź region, and the town of Karonice in the Lesser Poland Voivodeship. These place names may have influenced the development and spread of the surname over time.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Karon

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

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

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