2000
#148,244
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 102
First available Census row
Per 100,000 0.04
Very Rare Last name
Almenas
Of Spanish origin, likely referring to one from or associated with a tower or fortification.
According to the 2020 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 151 Americans carry the last name Almenas. That puts it at #133,220 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 2,269,896 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Almenas surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, a multi-census history view, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
151
1 in 2,269,896
Census rank
#133,220
2020 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.0
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
132
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 132 bearers of the surname Almenas in its 2020 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 133220th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Almenas, the largest self-reported group is Hispanic at 94.7%. The next largest groups are White (2.3%) and Black (1.5%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Almenas
The surname ALMENAS is of Spanish origin, tracing its roots back to the Iberian Peninsula during the medieval era. It is believed to be derived from the Spanish word "almena," which refers to the decorative notches or indentations found on the top of fortified walls or battlements. This connection suggests that the name may have originated from an ancestral occupation or association with fortifications or defensive structures.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the ALMENAS surname can be found in the Catalan region of Spain, where a nobleman named Ramon Almenas was documented in the late 12th century as a prominent figure in the court of King Alfonso II of Aragon. This historical reference provides evidence of the name's longevity and its presence among the nobility of that era.
In the 13th century, a renowned architect named Juan Almenas oversaw the construction of several notable castles and fortresses in the Kingdom of Castile. His work on the fortifications of Segovia and Avila earned him recognition, and his name became associated with the art of military architecture.
During the 15th century, a merchant named Diego Almenas was a prominent figure in the thriving trade between Spain and the New World colonies. His successful business ventures and connections with explorers and conquistadors contributed to the spread of the ALMENAS name across the Spanish Empire.
In the late 16th century, a soldier named Pedro Almenas distinguished himself in the Spanish Armada's naval campaigns against England. His bravery and leadership earned him recognition from King Philip II, and his name was recorded in the annals of Spanish military history.
Another notable figure bearing the ALMENAS surname was María Almenas, a 17th-century writer and poet from Seville. Her literary works, which often explored themes of love and spirituality, gained her acclaim among the intellectual circles of her time.
While the ALMENAS surname has its origins in Spain, it has since spread to other parts of the world through migration and exploration. Today, individuals with this surname can be found in various countries, carrying on the legacy of their Spanish heritage and the historical significance associated with their name.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Almenas
Among Census respondents with the surname Almenas, the largest self-reported group is Hispanic at 94.7%. The next largest groups are White (2.3%) and Black (1.5%).
The bar chart below shows how Almenas bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2020 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Percentages are shown for every Census year so the breakdown stays comparable over time. When the source file also includes raw headcounts, Name Census shows those alongside the percentages in the legend.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Almenas surname at the time of the 2020 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- Hispanic or Latino94.7% · 125
- White2.3% · 3
- Black or African American1.5% · 2
- American Indian and Alaska Native0.8% · 1
- Two or more races0.8% · 1
Timeline
Historical Census data for Almenas
Almenas appears in 3 published Census surname files: 2000, 2010, 2020. The cards below show how the name's rank and bearer count changed across each release.
2010
#131,379
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 129
+27 bearers (+26.5%)
Per 100,000 0.04
Rank movement Up 16,865 places
2020
#133,220
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 132
+3 bearers (+2.3%)
Per 100,000 0.04
Rank movement Down 1,841 places
| Year | Rank | Count | Per 100K | Count change | Rank change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | #148,244 | 102 | 0.04 | First available Census row | First available Census row |
| 2010 | #131,379 | 129 | 0.04 | +27 bearers (+26.5%) | Up 16,865 places |
| 2020 | #133,220 | 132 | 0.04 | +3 bearers (+2.3%) | Down 1,841 places |
For 2020, the Census Bureau published race and Hispanic-origin columns as counts rather than percentages. Name Census converts those counts back into shares so the ancestry section stays comparable with the older surname files.
Year on year
2010 vs 2020 Census
How has the Almenas surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
20102020
| Metric | 2010 | 2020 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #131,379 | #133,220 | -1.4% |
| Count | 129 | 132 | 2.3% |
| Per 100K | 0.04 | 0.04 | 10.4% |
Between the 2010 and 2020 Census, the number of Almenas bearers went from 129 to 132 (+2.3% change). The surname moved down 1,841 positions in the national ranking, going from #131,379 to #133,220.
FAQ
Almenas surname: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. have the surname Almenas?
Name Census estimates that about 151 living Americans carry the surname Almenas. Using the current population baseline, that works out to roughly 1 in 2,269,896 residents.
How common is Almenas?
Almenas ranks #133,220 in the 2020 Census surname tables and is classified on this site as "Very Rare." The Census recorded the name at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, which is about 0 people out of every 100,000.
How many people with this surname were counted in the Census?
The raw 2020 Census file counted 132 people with the surname Almenas. That is different from the site's living-bearer estimate (151), which projects the surname's present-day count by applying the Census frequency rate to the current U.S. population.
What does 0.04 per 100,000 actually mean?
It is the Census Bureau's normalized frequency measure. A rate of 0.04 per 100,000 means that if you picked a random group of 100,000 U.S. residents, you would expect about 0 of them to have the surname Almenas.
Has Almenas become more or less common over time?
Between 2010 and 2020, the surname Almenas went from 129 recorded bearers to 132. That is an increase of 3 (+2.3%). In the national ranking it fell from #131,379 to #133,220.
What does the Census say about the background of Almenas?
Among Census respondents with the surname Almenas, the largest self-reported group is Hispanic at 94.7%. The next largest groups are White (2.3%) and Black (1.5%). These figures come from the 2020 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Which group reports this surname most often?
Hispanic is the largest self-reported group for the surname Almenas in the 2020 Census, accounting for 94.7% (125 people in the source table).
What is the full ancestry breakdown?
Almenas appears across multiple self-reported groups in the Census data. The largest shares in the 2020 file are Hispanic (94.7%), White (2.3%), Black (1.5%). For 2020, the source file also published raw headcounts for each group, which is why this page can show both percentages and counts in the ancestry section.
Is this page using the latest Census data?
Yes. This page is using the latest surname file currently loaded on Name Census, which is 2020. The historical section above also keeps any older Census surname entries we have for Almenas (2000, 2010, 2020).
Does the Census include every surname?
No. The Census Bureau only publishes surnames that appeared at least 100 times in a given decennial Census. That means very rare surnames are excluded entirely, and a surname can appear in one Census release but disappear from a later one if it falls below the reporting threshold.
Why don't the ancestry percentages always add up to exactly 100%?
There are two main reasons: rounding and suppression. The Census Bureau rounds published values, and it may suppress very small cells to protect privacy. For 2020, the Bureau also published raw group counts rather than direct percentages, so Name Census converts those counts back into shares for comparability across census years.
What does Almenas mean?
Of Spanish origin, likely referring to one from or associated with a tower or fortification. The fuller origin note on this page goes into more detail.
Where does the surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These files list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2020 Census, along with a count, a per-100,000 rate, and a self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.
How does Name Census estimate living bearers?
For surnames, Name Census does not age cohorts the way it does for first names. Instead, it takes the Census Bureau's published frequency for Almenas (0.04 per 100,000) and applies that rate to the current U.S. resident population to estimate how many living Americans have the surname today.
How many people have the last name Almenas?
You can see how many people have the last name Almenas on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — same data roots, lighter UI.