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

Cabarcas, 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 Cabarcas surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Cabarcas in America

Cabarcas is the 67318th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Cabarcas surname appeared 293 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 Cabarcas.

We can also compare 2010 data for Cabarcas 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 Cabarcas

The surname "CABARCAS" is of Spanish origin and can be traced back to the 16th century. It is believed to have its roots in the region of Andalusia, specifically in the city of Cádiz. The name is likely derived from the Arabic word "qabaraqa," which means "small town" or "village," reflecting the presence of the Moors in Spain during that time period.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname "CABARCAS" can be found in the municipal archives of Cádiz, dating back to the late 1500s. These records suggest that the name was initially associated with families who resided in smaller settlements or villages around the city.

During the Spanish colonial era, the name "CABARCAS" was carried across the Atlantic Ocean to the Americas by Spanish settlers and conquistadors. This led to the establishment of families bearing this surname in various regions of Latin America, particularly in Colombia and Venezuela.

In the 17th century, a notable figure with the surname "CABARCAS" was Juan de Cabarcas, a Spanish explorer and navigator who participated in expeditions along the coasts of South America. His contributions helped expand knowledge about the geography and indigenous populations of the region.

Another historical figure of note was María de Cabarcas, a Spanish woman born in Cádiz in the late 18th century. She gained recognition for her philanthropic efforts and her support for educational initiatives in her hometown.

In the 19th century, Manuel Cabarcas, a Venezuelan military officer, played a significant role in the country's struggle for independence from Spanish rule. He fought alongside Simón Bolívar and was recognized for his bravery and strategic skills during various battles.

Fast forward to the 20th century, the name "CABARCAS" gained further prominence with Alejandro Cabarcas, a renowned Colombian painter and sculptor. His works, which often depicted scenes from everyday life and indigenous cultures, were celebrated both nationally and internationally.

Additionally, José Cabarcas, a Colombian writer and journalist, made notable contributions to the literary scene in the 20th century. His novels and essays explored themes of social justice, cultural identity, and the complexities of life in Latin America.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Cabarcas

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

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

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