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

Campusano, 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 Campusano surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Campusano in America

Campusano is the 27732nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Campusano surname appeared 867 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 Campusano.

We can also compare 2010 data for Campusano 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 Campusano

The surname CAMPUSANO is of Spanish origin, with its roots traced back to the regions of Castile and Aragon during the late medieval period. It is believed to have derived from the Latin word "campus," meaning field or plain, and the suffix "-ano," indicating belonging or pertaining to.

CAMPUSANO is thought to have originated as a topographic surname, likely referring to someone who lived in or near an open field or plain. The earliest known records of the name date back to the 13th century, when it appeared in various municipal and church documents across central and eastern Spain.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the CAMPUSANO surname can be found in the "Libro Becerro de las Behetrías de Castilla" (Book of Becerros of Castile), a 14th-century census and tax record compiled under the orders of King Pedro I of Castile. This document mentions several individuals bearing the name, indicating its presence in various villages and towns across the region.

Throughout the centuries, the CAMPUSANO name has been associated with notable historical figures. One such figure was Diego de Campusano, a 16th-century Spanish military officer and explorer who played a significant role in the conquest of the Americas. He was born in Valladolid, Spain, in 1505 and participated in numerous expeditions to the New World, including the conquest of Mexico under Hernán Cortés.

Another prominent individual with the CAMPUSANO surname was Fray Bernardo de Campusano, a 17th-century Spanish Franciscan friar and missionary. He was born in Seville in 1620 and spent many years in the Americas, evangelizing and establishing missions among the indigenous populations. His writings and accounts of his missionary work provide valuable insights into the cultural and religious practices of the time.

In the realm of literature, the name CAMPUSANO is associated with Juan de Campusano, a 16th-century Spanish poet and playwright. Born in Seville around 1540, he was known for his works in the Renaissance style and his contributions to the development of Spanish theater.

Jumping forward in time, one cannot overlook the renowned Spanish artist and sculptor, José Campusano y Calderón, who lived from 1854 to 1932. Born in Seville, he became renowned for his sculptures and works in various mediums, earning him recognition both in Spain and abroad.

Finally, the CAMPUSANO surname gained further prominence in the 20th century with the Mexican actor and comedian, Mario Campusano, who was born in Mexico City in 1923 and passed away in 1997. He was a beloved figure in Mexican cinema and television, known for his comedic performances and roles in numerous popular films and TV shows.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Campusano

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

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

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