About Beacon
The surname Beacon is of English origin and is derived from the Middle English word "beacon," which referred to a signal or warning fire set on a hilltop. As a surname, Beacon likely originated as a topographic name for someone who lived near a prominent hill or beacon, or it could have been an occupational name for someone who tended or maintained beacons. The name Beacon symbolizes a connection to the landscape and the important role of signaling and communication in the past.
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The surname Beacon is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Beacon based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Beacon is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Beacon in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Beacon using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.