Find out how popular the last name Achurra is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Achurra.

Achurra, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Achurra surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Achurra in America

Achurra is the 154907th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Achurra surname appeared 105 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Achurra.

The history of the last name Achurra

The surname Achurra originates from the Basque region of Spain and France. It is believed to have derived from the Basque word "achurra," which means "ram" or "male sheep." This suggests that the name may have initially been a descriptive nickname or an occupational name related to sheep farming or wool trade.

Records show that the Achurra surname traces back to the 16th century in the Basque provinces of Gipuzkoa and Bizkaia. The earliest known reference to the name appears in a document from 1528, where it is spelled "Achurra." Over time, variations such as Achura, Atchurra, and Achurri emerged, reflecting the regional dialects and spelling conventions.

One of the earliest recorded bearers of the Achurra name was Juan de Achurra, a merchant from Bilbao who lived in the late 16th century. He is mentioned in several trade documents from the port city, indicating his involvement in maritime commerce.

In the 17th century, the Achurra name appeared in several municipal records from the town of Legazpi in Gipuzkoa. Notably, Pedro de Achurra was a prominent local landowner and served as a town councilor in the 1660s.

The Basque Country's rich cultural heritage and historical significance have contributed to the widespread recognition of the Achurra surname. One notable figure was Juan Bautista Achurra (1771-1836), a Spanish military officer and politician who played a role in the Peninsular War against Napoleonic France.

Another individual of note was Martín Achurra (1810-1887), a Basque entrepreneur and industrialist who established successful textile mills in the city of Tolosa. His business ventures significantly contributed to the region's economic development during the 19th century.

In the 20th century, Manuel Achurra (1905-1984) was a prominent Basque writer and journalist. He published several novels and short stories that explored themes of Basque identity and culture, earning him recognition as a significant literary figure in the region.

While the Achurra surname originated in the Basque region, it has since spread to other parts of Spain and beyond due to migration and diaspora. However, its roots remain firmly embedded in the historical and cultural traditions of the Basque Country.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Achurra

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Achurra.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Achurra was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Achurra was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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