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

Cabellon, 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 Cabellon surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Cabellon in America

Cabellon is the 132206th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Cabellon surname appeared 128 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 Cabellon.

We can also compare 2010 data for Cabellon 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 Cabellon

The surname Cabellon originates from Spain, with its roots traced back to the medieval period. It is believed to be derived from the Spanish word "cabello," meaning hair, suggesting a possible connection to a physical characteristic or occupation related to hair or wigs.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Cabellon can be found in the Spanish municipal records from the 14th century, where it appears as a variant spelling of "Cabellón." This spelling variation indicates that the name may have evolved from a local or regional place name, possibly referring to a location or settlement with a distinctive feature related to hair or wigs.

During the 15th century, the Cabellon family gained prominence in the region of Andalusia, where they held influential positions in local governance and commerce. Notably, Juan Cabellon (1450-1512) was a prominent merchant and landowner in the city of Seville, known for his involvement in the lucrative trade of silk and wool.

In the 16th century, the Cabellon name appeared in historical records related to the Spanish colonization of the Americas. One notable figure was Pedro Cabellon (1520-1588), a Spanish conquistador who accompanied Hernán Cortés in the conquest of Mexico. Pedro Cabellon was granted land and titles for his military service, establishing a lineage of Cabellons in the New World.

The 17th century saw the rise of the Cabellon family in the arts and literature. María Cabellon (1602-1672) was a renowned poet and playwright whose works were celebrated in the literary circles of Madrid. Her contributions to the Spanish Golden Age of literature earned her recognition and patronage from the Spanish nobility.

As the Cabellon name spread across Spain and its colonies, it encountered various spelling variations, such as Cabellón, Cabellón, and Cabellón. These variations often reflected regional dialects and local adaptations of the name.

In the 18th century, the Cabellon family established a prominent presence in the Spanish military. José Cabellon (1745-1812) was a decorated general who played a crucial role in the Spanish resistance against the Napoleonic invasion. His bravery and leadership earned him the title of "Marqués de Cabellon," which was passed down to his descendants.

Throughout its history, the Cabellon surname has been associated with individuals from various walks of life, including merchants, landowners, artists, military figures, and nobility. While the name's origins may be rooted in a physical characteristic or occupation, it has transcended its initial meaning and become a proud part of Spain's cultural and historical heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Cabellon

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

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

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