PILON
Pilon
Pilon is a British surname of French origin, deriving from the Middle French word "pilon," meaning "pestle." The surname may have been used as an occupational name for someone who worked as a pestle maker or a reference to someone who lived near a place named after a pestle.
The Pilon surname is relatively rare in the United Kingdom, with various branches of the family found in different regions. Over time, the surname may have undergone variations in spelling and pronunciation, such as Pillion or Pillon.
Individuals with the surname Pilon can be found across various walks of life, including business, academia, and the arts. Research into the Pilon surname and its family history can provide insights into the migration patterns and social dynamics of the bearers of this illustrious name over the centuries.
There are approximately 75 people named Pilon in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Pilon.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Gerardus
- Henri
- Michel
Female
- Chantal
- Eve
- Kristy
- Kylie
- Matine