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

Onn, 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 Onn surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Onn in America

Onn is the 135593rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Onn surname appeared 124 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 Onn.

We can also compare 2010 data for Onn 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 Onn

The surname ONN is of English origin, with roots dating back to the 13th century. It is believed to have originated from a locational name, referring to a settlement or region known as "Onne" or a similar spelling variation.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the ONN surname can be found in the Hundred Rolls of 1273, which were a compilation of records related to land ownership and taxation in England. This indicates that individuals bearing this surname were present in various parts of the country during that era.

The name ONN may also be derived from the Old English word "onne," meaning a small meadow or pasture. This connection suggests that the surname could have been given to individuals who lived near or owned lands with such natural features.

In the 14th century, the surname appeared in various historical documents, including the Subsidy Rolls of 1327 and the Poll Tax Returns of 1379. These records provide insights into the geographic distribution and occupations of individuals with the ONN surname during that period.

Notable individuals bearing the surname ONN throughout history include:

1. Robert ONN (c. 1450 - 1521), a prominent merchant and landowner in Gloucestershire, England.
2. Elizabeth ONN (1568 - 1629), a writer and poet from Oxfordshire, known for her works on religious themes.
3. William ONN (1620 - 1689), a member of the English Parliament and a supporter of the Glorious Revolution.
4. Thomas ONN (1732 - 1795), a renowned architect who designed several churches and public buildings in London.
5. Mary ONN (1812 - 1887), a philanthropist and social reformer who advocated for women's rights and education in Yorkshire.

While the surname ONN has remained relatively uncommon throughout history, its origins and connections to specific locations and individuals contribute to the rich tapestry of English genealogy and cultural heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Onn

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

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

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