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

Momon, 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 Momon surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Momon in America

Momon is the 36838th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Momon surname appeared 606 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 Momon.

We can also compare 2010 data for Momon 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 Momon

The surname MOMON is believed to have originated in France, with its earliest known recordings dating back to the 16th century. It is thought to be derived from the Old French word "momon," which referred to a kind of grotesque mask or disguise worn during carnivals and festivals.

In the medieval period, the name was often associated with entertainers, jesters, and performers who wore such masks as part of their trade. The first recorded instance of the surname is found in the parish records of Bordeaux in 1542, referencing a man named Pierre MOMON, likely a performer or actor at the time.

By the 17th century, the name had spread to other regions of France, appearing in various documents and records across the country. One notable figure from this era was Jacques MOMON (1605-1668), a renowned painter and engraver from Paris who was known for his intricate depictions of mythological scenes.

As the name continued to proliferate, it also found its way into literature and historical texts. The 18th-century writer and philosopher Voltaire (1694-1778) made reference to a character named "Monsieur MOMON" in his satirical works, possibly drawing inspiration from the name's association with masks and disguises.

In the 19th century, the name gained further recognition with the birth of Alexis MOMON (1821-1898), a prominent French architect who designed several notable buildings in Paris, including the iconic Palais Garnier, home to the Paris Opera.

Another significant figure was Jules MOMON (1857-1932), a French journalist and politician who served as a member of the Chamber of Deputies and played a key role in the establishment of workers' rights and social reforms during the Third Republic.

While the name MOMON may have originated from its theatrical and entertainment roots, it has since been carried by individuals from various walks of life, ranging from artists and architects to political figures and intellectuals, leaving an indelible mark on the cultural and historical landscape of France.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Momon

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

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

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