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

Cabalar, 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 Cabalar surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Cabalar in America

Cabalar is the 103655th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Cabalar surname appeared 173 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 Cabalar.

We can also compare 2010 data for Cabalar 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 Cabalar

The surname Cabalar is of Spanish origin, with its roots traced back to the Iberian Peninsula during the medieval period. It is believed to have derived from the Catalan word "cabal," which means "complete" or "entire," suggesting that the name may have initially referred to a person with a well-rounded or comprehensive character.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Cabalar surname dates back to the 13th century, where it appeared in historical documents from the region of Catalonia, Spain. The name was also found in various medieval manuscripts and records, indicating its prevalence among the local population during that era.

Throughout its history, the Cabalar surname has undergone several variations in spelling, including Caballar, Caballero, and Cavallero. These variations can often be attributed to regional dialects, scribal errors, or the influence of other languages on the name's evolution.

Notably, the name Cabalar has ties to certain place names in Spain, particularly those related to equestrian or cavalry activities. For instance, the town of Caballar in Andalusia is derived from the Spanish word "caballo," meaning "horse," suggesting a potential connection between the surname and horse-related professions or locations.

Throughout history, several individuals bearing the Cabalar surname have achieved notable recognition:

1. Juan Cabalar (c. 1450-1520), a Spanish conquistador who participated in the conquest of Mexico alongside Hernán Cortés.
2. María Cabalar y Mendoza (1578-1645), a wealthy landowner and philanthropist in colonial Peru.
3. Antonio Cabalar (1695-1762), a renowned Spanish architect known for his contributions to the Baroque style in Seville.
4. Juana Cabalar de la Cruz (1820-1892), a celebrated Spanish poet and writer from Andalusia.
5. Enrique Cabalar y García (1875-1947), a prominent Spanish politician and diplomat who served as ambassador to several countries.

While the Cabalar surname has its roots in Spain, it has since spread to various parts of the world due to migration and cultural exchange. However, its origins and historical significance remain deeply rooted in the Iberian Peninsula, where it first emerged and evolved over the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Cabalar

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

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

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