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

Brindis, 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 Brindis surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Brindis in America

Brindis is the 127494th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Brindis surname appeared 134 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 Brindis.

We can also compare 2010 data for Brindis 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 Brindis

The surname BRINDIS originated in Spain, specifically in the region of Catalonia, during the medieval period. It is believed to have derived from the Spanish word "brindis," which means "toast" or "drinking salutation." This suggests that the name may have been associated with individuals involved in the production or serving of alcoholic beverages, such as tavern owners or winemakers.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the BRINDIS surname can be found in the Catalonian village of Vilafranca del Penedès, where a family with this name resided as early as the 13th century. The name was also present in several historical records from the region, including land deeds and municipal records.

In the 14th century, a prominent figure named Juan BRINDIS was mentioned in documents related to the wine trade in Barcelona. He was known for his involvement in the export of Catalonian wines to other parts of Europe, contributing to the region's reputation for quality winemaking.

During the 15th century, the BRINDIS surname spread to other parts of Spain, particularly to the regions of Aragon and Andalusia. In the city of Seville, a notable merchant named Pedro BRINDIS was recorded as a member of the local guild of tavern owners and vintners.

One of the most famous individuals with the BRINDIS surname was Antonio BRINDIS, a celebrated playwright and poet who lived in Madrid during the 17th century (1602-1676). His works, which often explored themes of love, honor, and social commentary, were widely acclaimed and performed in theaters across Spain.

Another noteworthy figure was María BRINDIS (1785-1848), a pioneering educator from Valencia who established one of the first schools for girls in the region. Her efforts to promote education for women during a time when it was largely inaccessible were widely recognized and celebrated.

In the 19th century, the BRINDIS surname found its way to the Americas, with several families migrating to countries like Argentina, Mexico, and Chile. One notable example is Manuel BRINDIS (1820-1892), a Chilean politician and diplomat who served as the country's ambassador to several European nations.

Throughout its history, the BRINDIS surname has been associated with various occupations and professions, including winemaking, hospitality, education, and politics. Its origins can be traced back to the rich cultural heritage of Catalonia and the vibrant traditions surrounding wine and social gatherings.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Brindis

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

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

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