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

Baquera, 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 Baquera surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Baquera in America

Baquera is the 40371st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Baquera surname appeared 542 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 Baquera.

We can also compare 2010 data for Baquera 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 Baquera

The surname Baquera originated in Spain, with its roots tracing back to the 15th century. It likely derived from the Spanish word "vaca," meaning cow, suggesting that the name may have referred to a person involved in cattle farming or husbandry. The earliest known spelling variations include Vaquera and Baquero.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name appears in the "Libro de la Montería," a 14th-century manuscript detailing hunting practices and laws in Spain. The document mentions a certain "Alfonso Baquera" who held a position related to hunting and forestry under the reign of King Alfonso XI.

In the 16th century, a prominent figure named Pedro Baquera de Ayala (1505-1584) gained recognition as a Spanish historian and author. His works, including "Crónica de la Provincia de Toledo," provided valuable insights into the history and culture of the region during that period.

During the 17th century, Juan Baquera (1625-1689) made his mark as a renowned sculptor in Spain. His intricate works adorned numerous churches and cathedrals, including the Cathedral of Burgos, where his masterpieces can still be admired today.

Another notable individual bearing the surname was María Baquera (1780-1854), a Spanish philanthropist and social activist. She dedicated her life to establishing schools and orphanages, improving the lives of underprivileged children in her community.

In the 19th century, José Baquera (1842-1915) gained prominence as a successful businessman and politician in Spain. He served as a member of the Spanish Parliament and played a significant role in shaping economic policies during his tenure.

Over the centuries, the Baquera surname has been associated with various professions and achievements, reflecting the diverse backgrounds and contributions of those who carried this name throughout Spanish history.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Baquera

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

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

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