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

Capriles, 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 Capriles surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Capriles in America

Capriles is the 118853rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Capriles surname appeared 146 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 Capriles.

The history of the last name Capriles

The surname CAPRILES originated in Italy, specifically in the regions of Lombardy and Piedmont. It is believed to have derived from the Italian word "capra," meaning "goat." This suggests that the name may have been an occupational name for a goatherd or someone who worked with goats.

The earliest recorded instance of the CAPRILES surname dates back to the 13th century in the city of Milan. A document from 1287 mentions a certain "Giovanni de Caprilis," indicating that the name was already in use at that time.

In the 14th century, a branch of the CAPRILES family settled in the town of Vigevano, located in the province of Pavia, Lombardy. The town's historical records mention several members of the CAPRILES family, including a wealthy merchant named Guglielmo CAPRILES (1345-1412).

The CAPRILES name is also found in the historic city of Turin, in the Piedmont region. One notable figure was Gian Battista CAPRILES (1572-1631), a renowned architect who designed several important buildings in Turin during the Renaissance period.

As the CAPRILES family spread across Italy, variations in the spelling of the name emerged, such as Caprilies, Caprili, and Caprileschi. These variations were often influenced by local dialects and the preferences of individual branches of the family.

In the 17th century, a CAPRILES family member named Giancarlo CAPRILES (1621-1698) gained recognition as a skilled sculptor and woodcarver. His works can still be found in various churches and museums throughout Northern Italy.

Another notable individual was Francesco CAPRILES (1784-1858), a prominent lawyer and politician from Venice. He served as a member of the Venetian Senate and played an active role in the political affairs of the region during the turbulent times of the Napoleonic era.

As the CAPRILES surname spread beyond Italy, it can be found in various parts of Europe and the Americas, particularly in regions with historical Italian immigration. However, the earliest roots and historical significance of the name remain firmly rooted in the northern regions of Italy, where it originated centuries ago.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Capriles

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

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 Capriles 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.

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

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