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

Amora, 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 Amora surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Amora in America

Amora is the 88336th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Amora surname appeared 210 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 Amora.

We can also compare 2010 data for Amora to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Amora

The surname Amora is believed to have originated in Spain, with roots tracing back to the medieval period. It is thought to be derived from the Spanish word "amor," meaning love or affection. This suggests that the name may have been initially bestowed upon an individual known for their loving or affectionate nature.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname Amora can be found in the Spanish town of Cordoba during the 13th century. Certain historical documents from that era mention individuals bearing this name, indicating its presence in the region during that time.

In the 15th century, a notable figure named Juan de Amora was a prominent merchant and landowner in the city of Seville. His wealth and influence played a significant role in shaping the local economy and politics of the time.

The surname Amora also appears in several old manuscripts and records from the 16th century. One such document is the "Libro de las Cuentas" (Book of Accounts) from the city of Toledo, where several families with the Amora surname were recorded.

During the 17th century, a scholar and philosopher named Pedro Amora made significant contributions to the intellectual discourse of the time. His writings on ethics and morality were widely studied and debated in academic circles.

In the 18th century, a prominent military figure named Miguel Amora gained recognition for his role in various military campaigns and battles against foreign invaders. His bravery and leadership skills earned him the respect of his contemporaries.

Another notable individual with the Amora surname was María Amora, a renowned painter and artist who lived in the 19th century. Her works were celebrated for their vibrant colors and intricate details, and she was considered a master of her craft during that era.

It is worth mentioning that the name Amora has also been associated with several place names throughout Spain, particularly in regions like Andalusia and Castile. These place names may have influenced the surname's development and prevalence in certain areas.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Amora

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

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 Amora 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.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Amora has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

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 Amora was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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