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

Carpintero, 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 Carpintero surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Carpintero in America

Carpintero is the 52619th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Carpintero surname appeared 394 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 Carpintero.

We can also compare 2010 data for Carpintero 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 Carpintero

The surname Carpintero originated in Spain, derived from the Spanish word "carpintero," which means "carpenter." This occupational surname dates back to the Middle Ages when it was common practice to identify individuals by their professions or trades.

The earliest recorded instances of the Carpintero surname can be traced back to the 13th century in various regions of Spain, including Castile, Aragon, and Andalusia. The name may have been adopted by individuals who worked as carpenters, woodworkers, or in related trades involving the crafting of wood products.

In the 14th century, the Carpintero surname appeared in historical records, such as municipal documents and tax rolls. One notable reference is found in the "Libro de Repartimiento de Sevilla," a document from 1283 that recorded the distribution of land in Seville after its reconquest from the Moors.

During the 15th century, the Carpintero name gained prominence in various parts of Spain. One notable individual bearing this surname was Juan Carpintero, a renowned architect and master builder who lived in Toledo in the late 15th century. He was responsible for the construction of several notable buildings, including the iconic Monasterio de San Juan de los Reyes.

In the 16th century, the Carpintero surname spread to the Americas as a result of Spanish colonization. One of the earliest recorded individuals with this name in the New World was Francisco Carpintero, a Spanish explorer and soldier who accompanied Hernán Cortés on his expedition to Mexico in 1519.

Another noteworthy figure was Diego Carpintero, a Spanish painter and sculptor who lived in the 17th century. He was renowned for his religious artworks, which adorned numerous churches and cathedrals throughout Spain and its colonies.

In the 18th century, the Carpintero surname continued to be prominent in various parts of the Spanish-speaking world. One notable individual was José Carpintero, a renowned architect and engineer from Mexico who was responsible for the construction of several significant buildings, including the Royal Palace of Mexico City.

Throughout history, the Carpintero surname has been associated with individuals from various walks of life, including artisans, builders, soldiers, artists, and intellectuals. While the name originated as an occupational surname, it has transcended its initial meaning and become a part of the rich cultural tapestry of the Spanish-speaking world.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Carpintero

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

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

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