2000
#138,741
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 111
First available Census row
Per 100,000 0.04
Very Rare Last name
Thyrion
Derived from a place name combining the Greek elements "thyra" (door) and "-ion" (diminutive suffix), suggesting an origin near a small gate or opening.
According to the 2020 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 131 Americans carry the last name Thyrion. That puts it at #146,495 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 2,616,445 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Thyrion surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, a multi-census history view, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
131
1 in 2,616,445
Census rank
#146,495
2020 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.0
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
114
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 114 bearers of the surname Thyrion in its 2020 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 146495th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Thyrion, the largest self-reported group is White at 86.8%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (5.3%) and Two or More Races (5.3%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of 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.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Thyrion
Among Census respondents with the surname Thyrion, the largest self-reported group is White at 86.8%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (5.3%) and Two or More Races (5.3%).
The bar chart below shows how Thyrion bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2020 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Percentages are shown for every Census year so the breakdown stays comparable over time. When the source file also includes raw headcounts, Name Census shows those alongside the percentages in the legend.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Thyrion surname at the time of the 2020 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White86.8% · 99
- Hispanic or Latino5.3% · 6
- Two or more races5.3% · 6
- American Indian and Alaska Native2.6% · 3
Timeline
Historical Census data for Thyrion
Thyrion appears in 3 published Census surname files: 2000, 2010, 2020. The cards below show how the name's rank and bearer count changed across each release.
2010
#135,593
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 124
+13 bearers (+11.7%)
Per 100,000 0.04
Rank movement Up 3,148 places
2020
#146,495
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 114
-10 bearers (-8.1%)
Per 100,000 0.04
Rank movement Down 10,902 places
| Year | Rank | Count | Per 100K | Count change | Rank change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | #138,741 | 111 | 0.04 | First available Census row | First available Census row |
| 2010 | #135,593 | 124 | 0.04 | +13 bearers (+11.7%) | Up 3,148 places |
| 2020 | #146,495 | 114 | 0.04 | -10 bearers (-8.1%) | Down 10,902 places |
For 2020, the Census Bureau published race and Hispanic-origin columns as counts rather than percentages. Name Census converts those counts back into shares so the ancestry section stays comparable with the older surname files.
Year on year
2010 vs 2020 Census
How has the Thyrion surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
20102020
| Metric | 2010 | 2020 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #135,593 | #146,495 | -8.0% |
| Count | 124 | 114 | -8.1% |
| Per 100K | 0.04 | 0.04 | -4.6% |
Between the 2010 and 2020 Census, the number of Thyrion bearers went from 124 to 114 (-8.1% change). The surname moved down 10,902 positions in the national ranking, going from #135,593 to #146,495.
FAQ
Thyrion surname: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. have the surname Thyrion?
Name Census estimates that about 131 living Americans carry the surname Thyrion. Using the current population baseline, that works out to roughly 1 in 2,616,445 residents.
How common is Thyrion?
Thyrion ranks #146,495 in the 2020 Census surname tables and is classified on this site as "Very Rare." The Census recorded the name at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, which is about 0 people out of every 100,000.
How many people with this surname were counted in the Census?
The raw 2020 Census file counted 114 people with the surname Thyrion. That is different from the site's living-bearer estimate (131), which projects the surname's present-day count by applying the Census frequency rate to the current U.S. population.
What does 0.04 per 100,000 actually mean?
It is the Census Bureau's normalized frequency measure. A rate of 0.04 per 100,000 means that if you picked a random group of 100,000 U.S. residents, you would expect about 0 of them to have the surname Thyrion.
Has Thyrion become more or less common over time?
Between 2010 and 2020, the surname Thyrion went from 124 recorded bearers to 114. That is a decrease of 10 (-8.1%). In the national ranking it fell from #135,593 to #146,495.
What does the Census say about the background of Thyrion?
Among Census respondents with the surname Thyrion, the largest self-reported group is White at 86.8%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (5.3%) and Two or More Races (5.3%). These figures come from the 2020 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Which group reports this surname most often?
White is the largest self-reported group for the surname Thyrion in the 2020 Census, accounting for 86.8% (99 people in the source table).
What is the full ancestry breakdown?
Thyrion appears across multiple self-reported groups in the Census data. The largest shares in the 2020 file are White (86.8%), Hispanic (5.3%), Two or More Races (5.3%). For 2020, the source file also published raw headcounts for each group, which is why this page can show both percentages and counts in the ancestry section.
Is this page using the latest Census data?
Yes. This page is using the latest surname file currently loaded on Name Census, which is 2020. The historical section above also keeps any older Census surname entries we have for Thyrion (2000, 2010, 2020).
Does the Census include every surname?
No. The Census Bureau only publishes surnames that appeared at least 100 times in a given decennial Census. That means very rare surnames are excluded entirely, and a surname can appear in one Census release but disappear from a later one if it falls below the reporting threshold.
Why don't the ancestry percentages always add up to exactly 100%?
There are two main reasons: rounding and suppression. The Census Bureau rounds published values, and it may suppress very small cells to protect privacy. For 2020, the Bureau also published raw group counts rather than direct percentages, so Name Census converts those counts back into shares for comparability across census years.
What does Thyrion mean?
Derived from a place name combining the Greek elements "thyra" (door) and "-ion" (diminutive suffix), suggesting an origin near a small gate or opening. The fuller origin note on this page goes into more detail.
Where does the surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These files list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2020 Census, along with a count, a per-100,000 rate, and a self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.
How does Name Census estimate living bearers?
For surnames, Name Census does not age cohorts the way it does for first names. Instead, it takes the Census Bureau's published frequency for Thyrion (0.04 per 100,000) and applies that rate to the current U.S. resident population to estimate how many living Americans have the surname today.
How common is the surname Thyrion?
See how many people are called Thyrion on HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site built around that single question.