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

Thyrion, 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 Thyrion surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Thyrion in America

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

The Thyrion 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 Thyrion.

We can also compare 2010 data for Thyrion 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 Thyrion

The surname THYRION has its origins in the Languedoc region of southern France, dating back to the mid-16th century. It is believed to be derived from the Old French word "thyre," which referred to a type of incense or fragrant resin. This connection suggests that the name may have been initially associated with individuals involved in the production or trade of incense or related aromatic materials.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name THYRION can be found in a document from the city of Nîmes in 1572, which mentions a merchant named Jacques THYRION. This suggests that the name was already established in the region by that time and may have been linked to the flourishing trade networks of the Mediterranean.

In the 17th century, the name THYRION appeared in several parish records and tax rolls in the Languedoc region, indicating its continued presence and possible spread to neighboring areas. One notable figure from this period was Pierre THYRION (1634-1702), a respected lawyer and jurist who served as a magistrate in the city of Montpellier.

As the centuries progressed, individuals bearing the THYRION surname ventured beyond the borders of France. In the late 18th century, a merchant named Jean-Baptiste THYRION (1758-1825) established a successful trading company in Marseille, with business interests extending to the French colonies in the Caribbean.

During the 19th century, the THYRION name gained further recognition with the emergence of several notable figures. One such individual was Émile THYRION (1822-1896), a renowned botanist and horticulturist who made significant contributions to the study of orchids and introduced several new species to Europe.

Another prominent figure was Marie-Thérèse THYRION (1847-1912), a pioneering educator and advocate for women's rights. She founded one of the first schools for girls in Paris and played a crucial role in promoting equal access to education for women in France.

In the 20th century, the THYRION surname continued to be associated with various fields, including the arts and sciences. One notable example was the French painter and sculptor, André THYRION (1901-1978), whose works were exhibited in major galleries across Europe and the United States.

While the name THYRION may have evolved from its original connection to the incense trade, it has since been carried by individuals from diverse backgrounds and professions, contributing to the rich tapestry of French cultural heritage and beyond.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Thyrion

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

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

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