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

Carangui, 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 Carangui surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Carangui in America

Carangui is the 113155th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Carangui surname appeared 155 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 Carangui.

The history of the last name Carangui

The surname CARANGUI is of Ecuadorian origin, tracing its roots back to the 16th century. It is believed to have originated from a small town or village located in the Andean region of Ecuador, where the indigenous Quechua language was widely spoken. The name CARANGUI may be derived from a Quechua word or phrase, possibly referring to a geographic feature, occupation, or personal characteristic.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the CARANGUI surname appears in a Spanish colonial document from the late 16th century, which mentions a man named Juan CARANGUI, who was likely a member of the local indigenous population. This document provides valuable insight into the presence of the CARANGUI surname during the early years of Spanish colonization in Ecuador.

During the 17th and 18th centuries, the CARANGUI surname began to spread beyond its original localized area, as families migrated to other parts of Ecuador and even to neighboring countries like Colombia and Peru. Notable individuals bearing the CARANGUI name from this period include Pedro CARANGUI (1645-1712), a respected artisan and silversmith who crafted intricate religious artifacts for churches in the city of Quito.

In the 19th century, a prominent figure with the CARANGUI surname was Maria CARANGUI (1825-1892), a renowned educator and advocate for women's education. She established one of the first schools for girls in the city of Cuenca, paving the way for greater educational opportunities for women in Ecuador.

Another significant individual was Javier CARANGUI (1870-1945), a renowned artist and painter who captured the vibrant landscapes and cultural scenes of Ecuador through his works. His paintings are now considered important historical and cultural treasures, showcasing the rich heritage of the Andean region.

In more recent times, one notable bearer of the CARANGUI surname was Carlos CARANGUI (1915-1988), a respected archaeologist and anthropologist who dedicated his life to the study and preservation of Ecuador's indigenous cultures. His groundbreaking research and publications shed light on the ancient civilizations that once thrived in the Andean region, contributing significantly to the understanding of Ecuador's pre-Columbian history.

The CARANGUI surname continues to be proudly carried by Ecuadorians throughout the country and across the diaspora, serving as a lasting link to the rich cultural heritage and history of the Andean region.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Carangui

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

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

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