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

Atiencia, 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 Atiencia surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Atiencia in America

Atiencia is the 107134th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Atiencia surname appeared 166 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 Atiencia.

The history of the last name Atiencia

The surname "ATIENCIA" is believed to have originated in Spain, specifically in the region of Valencia. It is thought to have derived from the Spanish word "atención," which means "attention" or "care." The earliest recorded instances of this surname date back to the 15th century.

One of the earliest known bearers of the Atiencia surname was Juan Atiencia, a prominent merchant who lived in Valencia during the late 15th century. Records indicate that he was involved in the lucrative trade of silk and spices, and his name appears in several trade documents from that era.

In the 16th century, the Atiencia family expanded their presence beyond Valencia. Historical records show that a branch of the family settled in the town of Murcia, where they became influential landowners and wine merchants. Notable members of this branch include Pedro Atiencia (1537-1612), who served as a magistrate in Murcia, and his son, Diego Atiencia (1568-1639), a respected vintner whose vineyards produced some of the finest wines in the region.

The Atiencia surname also found its way to the Americas during the Spanish colonial period. One of the earliest recorded instances is that of Bartolomé Atiencia, who arrived in present-day Mexico in the late 16th century. He was a soldier and explorer who played a role in the expeditions that mapped the northern territories of New Spain.

In the 18th century, the Atiencia family produced several notable figures in the arts and literature. Miguel Atiencia (1702-1768) was a celebrated painter who worked in the Baroque style, and his works can still be found in churches and museums throughout Spain. His contemporary, Juana Atiencia (1714-1789), was a renowned poet whose works were widely published and praised during her lifetime.

Another prominent bearer of the Atiencia surname was Rodrigo Atiencia (1832-1901), a military officer who fought in the Carlist Wars and later served as a general in the Spanish Army. He was known for his strategic acumen and his dedication to the cause of the Spanish monarchy.

Throughout its history, the Atiencia surname has been associated with a wide range of occupations and achievements, from merchants and landowners to artists, writers, and military leaders. While its origins can be traced back to the region of Valencia in Spain, the name has since spread to various parts of the world, carried by those who have left their mark on the diverse tapestry of human history.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Atiencia

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

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

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