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

Berenguer, 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 Berenguer surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Berenguer in America

Berenguer is the 45569th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Berenguer surname appeared 469 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 Berenguer.

We can also compare 2010 data for Berenguer 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 Berenguer

The surname Berenguer originated in Spain, specifically in the region of Catalonia, during the medieval period. It is believed to have derived from the Germanic personal name Berengarius, which is composed of the elements "berin" meaning "bear" and "gar" meaning "spear."

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Berenguer name can be found in the 11th century, when Berenguer Ramon I, Count of Barcelona, ruled over the County of Barcelona from 1018 to 1035. This influential figure played a crucial role in the expansion of Catalan territories and the consolidation of power in the region.

Throughout the Middle Ages, the Berenguer family held significant positions of power and influence in Catalonia. Several individuals bearing this surname left their mark in historical records and chronicles of the time. For instance, Berenguer Ramon II, Count of Barcelona, ruled from 1076 to 1097 and was known for his military campaigns against the Moors in Valencia.

Another notable figure was Berenguer de Palou, a 13th-century Catalan nobleman and poet who wrote in the Occitan language. His works, including the treatise "Doctrina de Compondre Dictats," provided valuable insights into the literary traditions of the era.

In the 14th century, Berenguer de Montagut was a renowned Catalan jurist and diplomat who served as an ambassador for the Crown of Aragon. His expertise in law and diplomacy earned him a reputation as a skilled negotiator in his time.

Moving forward to the 15th century, Berenguer de Bardaxí was a prominent Catalan knight who fought in the Reconquista, the Christian reconquest of the Iberian Peninsula from the Moors. His military exploits and bravery were celebrated in contemporary chronicles.

While the Berenguer surname initially gained prominence in Catalonia, it eventually spread to other parts of Spain and beyond. Over the centuries, individuals bearing this last name have made contributions in various fields, including politics, literature, law, and military affairs, leaving an indelible mark on the rich tapestry of Spanish and European history.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Berenguer

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

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

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