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

Tascón, 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 Tascón surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Tascón in America

Tascón is the 78567th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Tascón surname appeared 243 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 Tascón.

We can also compare 2010 data for Tascón 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 Tascón

The surname Tascon is believed to have originated in Spain during the medieval period. It is derived from the Old Spanish word "tasca," which referred to a tavern or inn. The earliest recorded examples of this surname can be traced back to the 13th century in the regions of Aragon and Catalonia.

One of the earliest known bearers of this name was Rodrigo Tascon, a prominent landowner and tavern keeper who lived in the city of Zaragoza in the mid-13th century. Records from that time show that he owned several properties, including a popular tavern frequented by travelers and local residents alike.

In the 14th century, the Tascon surname began to spread to other parts of Spain, particularly the regions of Andalusia and Castile. During this period, it was common for people to adopt surnames based on their occupations or places of origin, which may explain the widespread use of this name among those involved in the tavern or hospitality industry.

One notable figure from this era was Juan Tascon, a renowned vintner and tavern owner in the city of Seville. Born in 1348, Juan was widely respected for his skill in producing and selecting fine wines, and his establishment was a popular gathering place for the local nobility and intellectuals.

As the centuries passed, the Tascon surname continued to be associated with the hospitality industry, but it also became more widespread among other professions and social classes. In the 16th century, a man named Francisco Tascon gained recognition as a skilled architect and was responsible for the design and construction of several notable buildings in Madrid, including the Church of San Gines.

During the 19th century, the Tascon surname gained further prominence with the birth of Emilio Tascon y Moret, a Spanish politician and diplomat who served as Spain's ambassador to several countries, including France and the United Kingdom. Born in 1838, Tascon y Moret was widely respected for his diplomatic skills and played a crucial role in strengthening Spain's international relations.

Throughout its long history, the surname Tascon has been carried by individuals from various walks of life, including artists, writers, and military leaders. While its origins can be traced back to the tavern keepers of medieval Spain, the name has become a part of the rich tapestry of Spanish culture and heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Tascón

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

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

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