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

Cabradilla, 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 Cabradilla surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Cabradilla in America

Cabradilla is the 120187th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Cabradilla surname appeared 144 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 Cabradilla.

We can also compare 2010 data for Cabradilla 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 Cabradilla

The surname "CABRADILLA" has its origins in the Spanish language and culture. It is believed to have emerged in the region of Castile, located in central Spain, during the medieval period.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name "CABRADILLA" can be found in the archives of the town of Segovia, dating back to the 14th century. These records suggest that the name may have derived from a combination of the Spanish words "cabra" (goat) and "dilla" (a diminutive suffix), potentially referring to someone who was involved in the rearing or trading of goats.

In the 15th century, there are references to a prominent family bearing the surname "CABRADILLA" in the city of Toledo. This family was known for their involvement in the wool trade, which was a significant industry in medieval Spain. It is possible that their name was connected to their occupation, as goats were an important source of wool and other materials.

During the 16th century, a notable figure named Juan CABRADILLA (1520-1587) gained recognition as a skilled architect and engineer. He was responsible for designing and constructing several notable buildings and infrastructure projects in various cities across Spain.

Another individual worth mentioning is María CABRADILLA (1675-1742), a renowned poet and writer from Seville. Her works, which often explored themes of love, nature, and spirituality, were widely acclaimed during her lifetime and continue to be studied by scholars of Spanish literature.

In the 18th century, a military officer named Francisco CABRADILLA (1710-1784) distinguished himself in the Spanish campaigns against the Ottoman Empire. His bravery and leadership on the battlefield earned him numerous accolades and promotions within the Spanish army.

As the Spanish Empire expanded into the Americas, the surname "CABRADILLA" also found its way to the New World. One notable figure from this era was Juana CABRADILLA (1780-1856), a philanthropist and activist who dedicated her life to improving the living conditions of indigenous communities in Peru.

While the surname "CABRADILLA" is not among the most common in the Spanish-speaking world, it has a rich history and has been borne by individuals who have made significant contributions in various fields throughout the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Cabradilla

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

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

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