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

Yvon, 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 Yvon surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Yvon in America

Yvon is the 88020th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Yvon surname appeared 211 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 Yvon.

We can also compare 2010 data for Yvon 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 Yvon

The surname Yvon originates from France, with its roots dating back to the medieval period. The name is derived from the Old Breton and Old French personal name "Ivon" or "Yvon," which itself is rooted in the Germanic name "Ivo." The name "Ivo" is thought to be derived from the Germanic word "iv," meaning "yew," which was associated with strength and resilience due to the toughness of yew wood.

Earliest records of the surname Yvon can be found in various historical documents such as parish records, feudal records, and medieval manuscripts. One of the earliest known examples is a certain Robert Yvon, who was mentioned in a 13th-century document in Brittany. This region, known for its unique blend of Celtic and French cultural influences, fostered the spread of the name.

The surname appears in various historical references. Jean Yvon, born in 1408 and died in 1475, was a notable figure who served in the French court under King Charles VII. His influence and service in the court helped solidify the prominence of the surname during the late Middle Ages.

Another historical figure is Pierre Yvon, a Huguenot pastor born in 1646. Persecuted for his Protestant faith, he fled France and made significant contributions to the Protestant community in the Netherlands. His writings and sermons remain influential among historical religious studies scholars.

In the 18th century, René Yvon, born in 1722 and died in 1792, was an influential merchant in the port city of Nantes. His trade dealings, particularly with the Caribbean colonies, reflected the commercial and cultural exchanges of the time, marking the spread and influence of the Yvon surname beyond its initial regional confines.

Renowned in artistic circles, Michel Yvon, born in 1815, made significant contributions to French landscape painting during the 19th century. His works, which often showcased the natural beauty of Brittany, were exhibited widely and remain part of several French museum collections.

Louis Yvon, born in 1883, was an important political figure during the early 20th century, who served as a member of the French Chamber of Deputies. His political career, marked by advocacy for economic reforms and labor rights, made a considerable impact on French legislative history.

Taken together, the surname Yvon carries with it a rich tapestry of cultural, religious, and political significance, with roots firmly planted in medieval France and branches extending into various sectors of society over the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Yvon

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

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

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