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

Belmúdez, 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 Belmúdez surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Belmúdez in America

Belmúdez is the 129825th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Belmúdez surname appeared 131 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 Belmúdez.

The history of the last name Belmúdez

The surname Belmudez has its origins in Spain, emerging during the medieval period. It is believed to have derived from the Arabic name "Ibn al-Mu'addib," which translates to "son of the tutor" or "son of the educated." This suggests that the name may have originally belonged to a family associated with education or tutoring.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Belmudez surname can be found in the Libro de Repartimiento, a document from the 13th century that recorded the distribution of lands and properties in the newly conquered region of Seville. This document mentions individuals bearing the name Belmudez, indicating their presence in the area during that time.

In the 14th century, a notable figure named Juan Belmudez (c. 1320-1380) was a prominent scholar and theologian from Seville. He wrote several influential works on philosophy and theology, contributing significantly to the intellectual discourse of his era.

During the 15th century, the Belmudez family expanded their influence, with some members holding positions of power and authority. One such individual was Rodrigo Belmudez (c. 1450-1515), who served as a magistrate in the city of Cordoba. His son, Pedro Belmudez (c. 1480-1540), followed in his footsteps and became a respected jurist and legal scholar.

In the 16th century, the Belmudez name gained prominence in the arts and literature. Francisco Belmudez (c. 1520-1585) was a renowned poet and playwright from Seville, whose works were highly regarded during the Spanish Golden Age.

As the Belmudez family spread throughout Spain and its territories, variations in the spelling of the name emerged, such as Belmudes, Belmudiz, and Belmudas. These variations were often influenced by regional dialects and cultural influences.

Over the centuries, the Belmudez name has been associated with various notable figures in fields such as politics, academia, and the arts. While the specific origins and early history of the name may be shrouded in mystery, its enduring presence in Spain and its cultural significance remain a testament to its rich heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Belmúdez

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

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

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