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

Carvente, 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 Carvente surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Carvente in America

Carvente is the 86981st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Carvente surname appeared 214 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 Carvente.

We can also compare 2010 data for Carvente 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 Carvente

The surname Carvente is of Spanish origin, with roots tracing back to the 14th century. It is believed to have originated from the region of Andalusia in southern Spain, where it was likely derived from the Arabic word "karaba," meaning "to approach" or "to come near."

In its earliest forms, the name was recorded as "Carvente" or "Carvente de la Cruz" in medieval documents and records from the Kingdom of Castile. The addition of "de la Cruz" (meaning "of the Cross") suggests a possible connection to religious or military orders during the Reconquista period in Spain.

One of the earliest documented mentions of the Carvente name can be found in the "Libro de las Behetrías" (Book of Bequests), a 14th-century census of landowners and vassals in the regions of Castile and León. This historical record lists several individuals with variations of the Carvente surname, indicating its presence in various parts of the Iberian Peninsula.

In the 16th century, the name gained prominence with the birth of Diego Carvente (1515-1583), a renowned Spanish philosopher and theologian who studied at the University of Salamanca. His influential works on ethics and moral philosophy were widely read and debated during the Renaissance period.

Another notable figure bearing the Carvente surname was Isabel Carvente (1628-1698), a Spanish poet and playwright whose works explored themes of love, religion, and societal norms. Her plays were performed in the renowned theaters of Madrid and Seville, earning her recognition among the literary circles of her time.

In the 18th century, the Carvente name was carried to the Americas by Spanish colonists and settlers. One such individual was Juan Carvente (1742-1812), a military officer who served in the Spanish colonial forces in Mexico. He played a pivotal role in the defense of Veracruz during the Spanish-French conflict in the region.

During the 19th century, the Carvente family produced several prominent figures in the arts and sciences. Among them was María Carvente (1801-1876), a acclaimed painter whose works captured the vibrant landscapes and cultural traditions of Andalusia. Her paintings were exhibited in prestigious galleries across Europe and are now housed in various museums in Spain.

Another notable individual from this era was Andrés Carvente (1825-1891), a botanist and naturalist who made significant contributions to the study of plant life in the Iberian Peninsula. His extensive research and collections were instrumental in the establishment of several botanical gardens and natural history museums in Spain.

Throughout its rich history, the Carvente surname has been carried by individuals from diverse backgrounds, contributing to various fields and leaving an indelible mark on the cultural and intellectual fabric of Spain and the Spanish-speaking world.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Carvente

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

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

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