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

Puzon, 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 Puzon surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Puzon in America

Puzon is the 46404th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Puzon surname appeared 459 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 Puzon.

We can also compare 2010 data for Puzon 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 Puzon

The surname PUZON has its origins in Spain, tracing back to the early 16th century. It is believed to be derived from the Spanish word "puzo," which means "well" or "deep water spring." This suggests that the name may have been initially associated with individuals who lived near or worked with wells or water sources.

One of the earliest known records of the PUZON name can be found in the municipal archives of the city of Seville, dated around 1520. This document mentions a certain Juan Puzon, who was a farmer and landowner in the region.

During the 16th and 17th centuries, the PUZON surname began to spread across different parts of Spain, particularly in the regions of Andalusia, Extremadura, and Castile. It is possible that some individuals with this name may have been involved in agricultural activities or related to water management systems, given the name's connection to wells and water sources.

In the late 17th century, records show a notable figure named Diego Puzon, who was a renowned architect and sculptor in the city of Granada. He was responsible for designing and constructing several notable buildings and architectural works during that period, including the Puerta de las Granadas, a famous gate in the city.

Another prominent individual with the PUZON surname was Juana Puzon, a Spanish writer and poet who lived in the 18th century. Her works, which primarily focused on religious and spiritual themes, were widely acclaimed and published during her lifetime.

In the 19th century, the PUZON name gained further recognition with the birth of Manuel Puzon (1820-1895), a renowned Spanish painter and artist. He was known for his intricate landscapes and portraits, which were exhibited in various galleries and museums across Europe.

As the PUZON surname migrated to other parts of the world, it has also been associated with notable individuals in different countries. For instance, in the 20th century, there was a prominent politician named Enrique Puzon who served as a member of the National Assembly in the Philippines.

Throughout its history, the PUZON surname has maintained a strong presence in various regions of Spain and has also spread to other parts of the world. While its origins can be traced back to the early 16th century, the name continues to hold significance and is carried by individuals across different professions and walks of life.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Puzon

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

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

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