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

Treanor, 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 Treanor surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Treanor in America

Treanor is the 17809th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Treanor surname appeared 1,572 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 1 people would have the surname Treanor.

We can also compare 2010 data for Treanor 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 Treanor

The surname Treanor originates from Ireland, with its roots tracing back to the 16th century. It is believed to be derived from the Gaelic word "treanfhear," which means "strong man" or "powerful man." This suggests that the name may have initially been given as a descriptive nickname to someone of imposing physical stature or strength.

The Treanor name is predominantly associated with County Armagh in Northern Ireland, particularly in the baronies of Orior and Fews. Historical records indicate that the name was well-established in these areas by the late 16th century, with some of the earliest known references appearing in the Fiants of the Reign of Elizabeth I.

One of the earliest documented individuals bearing the Treanor surname was Patrick Treanor, who was recorded as a landowner in the Barony of Fews in the mid-17th century. During this period, the name was sometimes spelled as "Trynor" or "Trayner" in various documents.

In the 18th century, the Treanor family played a notable role in the history of County Armagh. James Treanor (1739-1824), a prominent Catholic merchant and landowner, was instrumental in establishing the town of Crossmaglen and its local industries. His descendants continued to influence the region's economic and social development for generations.

Another notable figure was Patrick Treanor (1790-1860), a Catholic priest and educator who founded several schools in County Armagh. He was widely respected for his commitment to education and his efforts to improve the lives of the local community.

The Treanor surname also has a connection to the United States, with many Irish immigrants bearing the name arriving in the 19th century. One such individual was Michael Treanor (1824-1898), who settled in New York and became a successful businessman and philanthropist, contributing to the establishment of several Catholic institutions in the city.

Throughout history, the Treanor name has been associated with various professions, including farming, business, education, and the clergy. While not as widely known as some other Irish surnames, the Treanor family has left a significant mark on the histories of County Armagh and the broader Irish diaspora.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Treanor

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

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

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