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

Cabico, 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 Cabico surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Cabico in America

Cabico is the 69793rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Cabico surname appeared 281 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 Cabico.

We can also compare 2010 data for Cabico 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 Cabico

The surname CABICO is of Spanish origin, with its earliest known roots traced back to the 16th century in the region of Andalusia. It is believed to be derived from the Spanish word "cabico," meaning "a small head" or "little head," possibly referring to a distinguishing physical characteristic of the family's ancestors.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the CABICO surname can be found in the parish records of Seville, where a certain Juan Cabico was registered as a landowner in 1542. This suggests that the family may have held a prominent position in the local community at the time.

In the 17th century, the CABICO name appeared in various historical documents related to the Spanish colonization of the Americas. Notably, a Pedro Cabico was listed among the early settlers of New Spain (modern-day Mexico) in 1624, indicating the family's involvement in the exploration and settlement of the New World.

The CABICO surname also has a connection to the Spanish Inquisition. In 1652, a María Cabico was brought before the Inquisition tribunal in Seville on charges of practicing Jewish rituals in secret. While the outcome of her case is unknown, this record provides insight into the family's potential religious affiliations and struggles during that tumultuous period.

Throughout the centuries, several notable figures have borne the CABICO surname. One of the earliest was Juan Cabico (1618-1689), a renowned Spanish painter known for his religious works and portraiture. His paintings can still be found in churches and museums across Andalusia.

Another prominent figure was José Cabico (1745-1812), a Spanish military officer who fought in the Napoleonic Wars. He rose through the ranks and was decorated for his bravery and leadership during the Peninsular War against the French forces.

In the 20th century, María Cabico (1901-1983) made her mark as a pioneering journalist and feminist activist. She was one of the first women to work as a foreign correspondent in Spain and fought tirelessly for women's rights and equal representation in the media.

More recently, Miguel Cabico (1942-2018) gained recognition as a celebrated author and poet, with his works exploring themes of identity, family, and the immigrant experience. His acclaimed novel, "The Cabico Legacy," was inspired by his own family's history and their journey from Spain to the Americas.

While the CABICO surname may have evolved in spelling and pronunciation over time, its origins can be traced back to the rich cultural heritage of Spain, with a legacy spanning centuries and extending across continents.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Cabico

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

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

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