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

Analco, 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 Analco surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Analco in America

Analco is the 48717th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Analco surname appeared 433 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 Analco.

We can also compare 2010 data for Analco 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 Analco

The surname ANALCO is believed to have originated in the region of Andalusia, Spain, during the 8th century AD. It is derived from the Arabic word "an-nahl," meaning "the honey," and "co," a Spanish suffix indicating a place or location. This suggests that the name may have initially been used to identify a family or individual residing in an area known for its honey production or beekeeping.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the ANALCO name can be found in a 12th-century manuscript from the city of Seville, where a certain "Alonso de Analco" is mentioned as a prominent landowner. This document provides evidence of the name's existence and usage during the Moorish rule of the Iberian Peninsula.

During the 15th century, the ANALCO family appeared to have established a presence in the town of Analco de Arriba, located in the province of Málaga. This town's name is believed to have been derived from the family's surname, indicating their influence and prominence in the region.

In the 16th century, a notable figure named Juan de Analco (born in 1542, died in 1612) gained recognition as a skilled navigator and explorer. He accompanied several expeditions to the New World and is credited with mapping various coastal regions of what is now Mexico and Central America.

Another individual of note was María de Analco (born in 1678, died in 1754), a renowned poet and writer from Seville. Her works, which explored themes of love, nature, and spirituality, were widely circulated and praised during her lifetime.

In the 18th century, the ANALCO name surfaced in the records of the Spanish Inquisition, where a certain Francisco de Analco (born in 1712, died in 1786) was accused of heresy. Despite facing persecution, he remained steadfast in his beliefs and left behind a powerful legacy of resistance against oppression.

Throughout history, the ANALCO surname has been associated with various regions within Spain, particularly in Andalusia and the surrounding areas. While the name may have evolved in spelling and pronunciation over time, its origins can be traced back to the rich cultural heritage of the Iberian Peninsula.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Analco

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

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

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