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

Cabanilla, 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 Cabanilla surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Cabanilla in America

Cabanilla is the 30916th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Cabanilla surname appeared 752 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 Cabanilla.

We can also compare 2010 data for Cabanilla 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 Cabanilla

The surname Cabanilla originated in Spain during the Middle Ages. It is derived from the Spanish word "cabaña," which means a small cabin or hut. The suffix "-illa" is a diminutive, suggesting a smaller dwelling or modest abode. This surname likely referred to someone who lived in a modest cabin or worked in the construction or maintenance of such dwellings.

The earliest recorded instances of the surname Cabanilla trace back to the 13th and 14th centuries in various regions of Spain, such as Castile, Aragon, and Andalusia. While the name may have initially referred to an occupation, it eventually became a hereditary surname passed down through generations.

In the 15th century, records show a Rodrigo de Cabanilla serving as a soldier in the army of King Fernando III during the reconquest of Seville from the Moors. This early mention of the surname suggests that the Cabanillas were involved in the military campaigns and the expansion of Christian territories in the Iberian Peninsula.

During the 16th and 17th centuries, several notable individuals bore the surname Cabanilla. For instance, Juan de Cabanilla (1530-1589) was a renowned architect who contributed to the design and construction of various churches and monasteries in Seville and Cordoba.

Another prominent figure was Isabel de Cabanilla (1575-1632), a celebrated poet and author from Granada. Her works, which often explored themes of love and spirituality, earned her recognition among the literary circles of her time.

In the 18th century, Diego de Cabanilla (1710-1782) was a respected lawyer and judge who served in the Royal Audiencia of Aragon. His legal expertise and commitment to justice earned him a reputation as a fair and impartial jurist.

As the Spanish Empire expanded across the Atlantic, the surname Cabanilla also found its way to the Americas. One notable example is Pedro Cabanilla (1680-1745), a successful merchant and landowner who established himself in Havana, Cuba, and played a role in the city's economic development.

Throughout history, the surname Cabanilla has been associated with various professions, including architecture, literature, law, and commerce. While its origins may have been humble, referring to modest dwellings, the name has gained prominence and recognition over the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Cabanilla

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

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

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