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

Becho, 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 Becho surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Becho in America

Becho is the 143149th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Becho surname appeared 116 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 Becho.

The history of the last name Becho

The surname BECHO is of Spanish origin, tracing its roots back to the 14th century in the region of Aragon. It is believed to have evolved from the Old Spanish word "bech," which means "beech tree." This connection suggests that the name may have initially referred to someone who lived near a beech grove or worked with beech wood.

In the early records of Aragon, the name appears with various spellings, including Becho, Beco, and Bechco. These variations were common in the medieval period due to the inconsistent spelling practices of the time. One of the earliest documented instances of the name can be found in a land registry from the town of Huesca, dated 1378, which mentions a certain Pedro Becho as a landowner.

The name BECHO gained wider recognition in the 15th century, when Juan Becho (1420-1492) served as a prominent military commander during the Reconquista, the campaign to drive the Moors out of the Iberian Peninsula. His bravery and leadership earned him the respect of King Ferdinand II of Aragon, who granted him lands and titles.

In the 16th century, the BECHO family established itself in the town of Calatayud, where they were involved in the local government and trade. One notable member was Juana Becho (1532-1604), a wealthy merchant known for her philanthropic efforts, including the establishment of a school for underprivileged children.

The name BECHO also found its way to the Americas during the Spanish colonization. One of the earliest recorded instances is that of Diego Becho (1568-1642), a Spanish soldier who accompanied Hernán Cortés on his expedition to Mexico. He later settled in the region of Puebla and established a successful cattle ranching operation.

In the 18th century, the BECHO family produced several notable figures in the arts and sciences. Antonio Becho (1712-1784) was a renowned painter whose works adorned many churches and palaces in Madrid. His contemporary, María Becho (1721-1798), was a celebrated botanist who made significant contributions to the study of medicinal plants in the Spanish colonies.

As the BECHO name spread across Spain and its territories, it underwent further variations in spelling, with forms like Beco, Vecho, and Bejó appearing in different regions. However, the core meaning and origin remained rooted in the humble beech tree, a testament to the rich history and resilience of this Spanish surname.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Becho

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

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

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