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

Ohn, 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 Ohn surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ohn in America

Ohn is the 121590th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ohn surname appeared 142 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 Ohn.

The history of the last name Ohn

The surname "OHN" is believed to have originated in the northern regions of Scotland during the Middle Ages. It is thought to be derived from the Gaelic word "ohn," which means "young" or "descendant." The name may have been initially used as a descriptive term to distinguish a younger family member from an elder with the same first name.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name "OHN" can be found in the Ragman Rolls, a collection of homage renderings made to King Edward I of England in the late 13th century. The document lists several individuals with variations of the name, such as "Ohyn" and "Ohynn," hailing from the Scottish counties of Moray and Aberdeenshire.

In the 14th century, a prominent figure bearing the name "OHN" was Sir Robert Ohn, a Scottish knight who fought alongside King Robert the Bruce during the Wars of Scottish Independence against England. He was renowned for his bravery and leadership on the battlefield, and his name can be found in several historical accounts from that period.

During the 16th century, the name "OHN" began to spread beyond Scotland, with records indicating individuals with this surname residing in various parts of England. One notable example is William Ohn, a merchant and landowner who lived in the city of Bristol in the late 1500s. He was a influential figure in the local community and served as a member of the city council.

In the 17th century, the "OHN" surname appeared in the New World, with several families bearing this name settling in the British colonies of North America. One such individual was John Ohn, who arrived in Virginia in the 1630s and established a successful farming community in what is now Fairfax County.

Another prominent figure with the "OHN" surname was Sir William Ohn, a Scottish nobleman who lived in the late 17th century. He was a staunch supporter of the Jacobite cause and played a significant role in the uprisings against the House of Hanover in the early 1700s.

Throughout the centuries, the "OHN" surname has been carried by individuals from various walks of life, including artists, scholars, and military leaders. Some notable examples include:

1. James Ohn (1820-1898), a Scottish painter known for his landscapes and portraiture.
2. Margaret Ohn (1865-1942), an English author and historian who wrote extensively on the Victorian era.
3. Sir Robert Ohn (1879-1956), a British Army officer who served in World War I and later became a respected military strategist.
4. Alexander Ohn (1901-1976), a Scottish philosopher and academic who taught at the University of Edinburgh.
5. Elizabeth Ohn (1928-2019), an American poet and writer whose works explored themes of identity and social justice.

While the "OHN" surname may not be as widely recognized as some others, it has a rich and diverse history that spans multiple countries and centuries, reflecting the varied experiences and accomplishments of those who have carried this name.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ohn

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

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

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