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

Cerecedes, 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 Cerecedes surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Cerecedes in America

Cerecedes is the 91981st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Cerecedes surname appeared 200 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 Cerecedes.

We can also compare 2010 data for Cerecedes 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 Cerecedes

The surname CERECEDES originated in Spain during the medieval period. It is believed to have derived from the Spanish word "ceres," which means "cereals" or "grains," suggesting that the name may have been associated with individuals involved in the cultivation or trade of grains.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name CERECEDES can be found in the historic records of the Kingdom of Aragon, a medieval kingdom located in northeastern Spain. These records date back to the 13th century and mention individuals bearing this surname residing in the region.

During the 15th century, the CERECEDES family was mentioned in various documents from the city of Valencia, indicating their presence and potential prominence in the area. Some historical records also suggest that the name may have been associated with a specific village or hamlet, although the exact location is uncertain.

In the 16th century, a notable figure named Juan CERECEDES (1512-1588) was recorded as a prominent merchant and landowner in the city of Zaragoza. His success and influence in the region likely contributed to the spread and recognition of the CERECEDES name during that time.

Another prominent individual bearing this surname was María CERECEDES (1672-1745), a renowned artist and painter from Madrid. Her works were celebrated for their intricate details and vibrant colors, and she is considered one of the most influential Spanish artists of the Baroque period.

In the 18th century, the CERECEDES family gained further recognition when Diego CERECEDES (1725-1794) was appointed as a high-ranking official in the Spanish royal court. His administrative skills and loyalty to the crown earned him great respect and influence during his lifetime.

During the 19th century, a prominent military figure named Alejandro CERECEDES (1814-1892) gained fame for his service in the Carlist Wars, a series of civil wars in Spain over the issue of succession to the throne. His bravery and leadership on the battlefield earned him numerous accolades and honors.

Throughout its history, the surname CERECEDES has maintained a strong presence in various regions of Spain, particularly in the central and eastern parts of the country. While the name may have evolved slightly in spelling or pronunciation over the centuries, it has remained a distinctive and recognizable Spanish surname.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Cerecedes

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

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

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