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

Marmon, 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 Marmon surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Marmon in America

Marmon is the 18337th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Marmon surname appeared 1,511 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 Marmon.

We can also compare 2010 data for Marmon 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 Marmon

The surname MARMON is believed to have originated in France, with its roots dating back to the medieval period, around the 12th or 13th century. It is thought to be derived from the Old French word "marmoun," which referred to a young boy or servant.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name can be found in the historical records of the city of Marseille, where a family bearing the surname MARMON was documented in the 14th century. This suggests that the name may have initially been associated with individuals from that region or those who had ties to the city.

During the Middle Ages, the MARMON surname was also found in various parts of northern France, particularly in the regions of Normandy and Brittany. It is possible that the name was carried to these areas by individuals or families migrating from other parts of the country.

In the 16th century, a notable individual named Jean MARMON (c. 1515-1585) was a prominent merchant and politician in the city of Lyon. He served as a member of the city council and played a significant role in the local government and trade affairs of the time.

Another historical figure bearing the MARMON surname was Étienne MARMON (1572-1632), a French playwright and poet who was known for his works that explored themes of love and courtly life. His plays and poems were popular among the aristocratic circles of his era.

In the 17th century, the name MARMON appeared in records related to the French settlement of the Caribbean island of Martinique. One such individual was Pierre MARMON (c. 1640-1698), a plantation owner and merchant who contributed to the economic development of the island during its early colonial period.

Across the Atlantic, the MARMON surname also found its way to the American colonies in the 18th century. One notable figure was Benjamin MARMON (1720-1795), a farmer and militia officer who fought in the American Revolutionary War.

Another individual of note was Marie-Louise MARMON (1788-1865), a French novelist and educator who advocated for women's rights and education. Her writings and activism made a significant impact on the social and intellectual circles of her time.

Throughout its history, the MARMON surname has been associated with various professions, including merchants, artists, writers, and military figures, suggesting the diverse backgrounds and contributions of those who have carried this name over the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Marmon

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

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

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