About Bison
The surname Bison is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "bison," meaning "bison" or "wild ox." It is likely an occupational surname given to someone who worked as a hunter or a herdsman of bison or wild oxen. The name may also have been used as a nickname for someone who possessed the characteristics associated with a bison, such as strength or resilience.
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Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Bison based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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