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

Shon, 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 Shon surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Shon in America

Shon is the 26671st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Shon surname appeared 913 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 Shon.

We can also compare 2010 data for Shon 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 Shon

The surname SHON originated in England during the medieval period, with records dating back to the 11th century. It is believed to have derived from the Old English word "scone," meaning a small loaf or roll of bread, suggesting that the name may have been an occupational surname given to a baker or seller of such bread.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name SHON can be found in the Domesday Book of 1086, where it appears as "Scone" in the county of Wiltshire. This historical record provides valuable insight into the name's origins and its connection to the region.

As the name spread across England, it underwent various spelling variations, such as Shone, Shoane, and Shone. These variations were common during the Middle Ages due to the lack of standardized spelling conventions and the influence of regional dialects.

Notably, the surname SHON has been associated with several significant figures throughout history. One prominent individual was John Shon (c. 1470-1533), a Welsh scholar and grammarian who played a crucial role in the development of the Welsh language and literature. His work, "Gramadeg Cymraeg," published in 1567, is considered a seminal text in the study of Welsh grammar.

Another noteworthy figure was Sir John Shon (1564-1629), an English politician and landowner who served as a Member of Parliament for Gloucestershire in the early 17th century. He was known for his involvement in local affairs and his efforts to promote economic development in the region.

In the realm of literature, the surname SHON has been carried by notable authors such as William Shon (1820-1892), an English poet and writer whose works explored themes of nature and rural life. His collection of poems, "The Village Muse," published in 1867, garnered critical acclaim during his lifetime.

Moving into the 20th century, the name SHON was borne by individuals like Sir Alfred Shon (1901-1979), a British engineer and industrialist who made significant contributions to the development of the automotive industry. He was knighted in 1962 for his services to engineering and technology.

Lastly, a more recent figure with the surname SHON is Robert Shon (1938-2018), an American artist and sculptor renowned for his abstract and minimalist works. His sculptures can be found in numerous public spaces and galleries across the United States, reflecting his unique artistic vision and mastery of form.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Shon

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

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

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