About Coon
The surname Coon is of English origin and has multiple possible meanings. It could be a variant of the surname Coan, derived from the Old English word "cōn," meaning "rabbit." Alternatively, it may be a variant of the surname Coombe, derived from the Old English word "cumb," meaning "valley." Lastly, it could be an Americanized spelling of the German surname Kuhn, derived from the Middle High German word "kuon," meaning "bold" or "brave." As with many surnames, the exact meaning and origin can vary depending on the specific family history.
The surname Coon is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Coon based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Coon in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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