Baron
Baron Meaning & Origin
About Baron
The surname Baron is of English, French, and Jewish origin. It is derived from the Old French word "baron," meaning "baron" or "nobleman." In medieval times, a baron was a member of the lowest rank of the nobility, below an earl or duke. The surname Baron likely originated as a nickname or occupational name for someone who worked in the household of a baron or who had the characteristics associated with a baron, such as being noble or dignified. It may also have been adopted as a Jewish surname, referring to someone who held the title of baron in Eastern Europe.
Popularity
Surname Popularity by Ethnicity
The surname Baron is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
- Number of People with the name Baron: 16,308
- Overall Popularity: 0.01%
- Ranking: 2234
- Frequency per 100k people: 5.53
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Baron based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Pronunciation
Accessibility & Communication
How to write the name Baron in Braille
Here's how to represent Baron in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
How to sign the name Baron using Sign Language
The image below shows how you can spell Baron using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.
