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

Chalco, 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 Chalco surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Chalco in America

Chalco is the 58876th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Chalco surname appeared 344 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 Chalco.

We can also compare 2010 data for Chalco 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 Chalco

The surname Chalco has its origins in Mexico, with the earliest known records dating back to the 16th century. It is believed to be derived from the Nahuatl language, spoken by the Aztecs and other indigenous groups in central Mexico. The name is thought to have its roots in the word "chalchihuitl," which refers to a precious green stone, likely jade or turquoise.

One of the earliest mentions of the Chalco name can be found in Spanish colonial records from the early 1500s, referring to the region of Chalco, located in what is now the State of Mexico. This area was part of the Aztec Empire and was known for its jade and turquoise mines, which may have contributed to the name's origin.

In the 17th century, records show several individuals with the surname Chalco living in the town of Chalco, as well as in nearby settlements. One notable individual from this era was Juan de Chalco, a prominent landowner and community leader who was born in 1621 and died in 1692.

As the Spanish colonial period progressed, the Chalco name began to spread beyond the immediate region of its origin. By the 18th century, there were instances of individuals with the surname appearing in various parts of New Spain (colonial Mexico).

One notable figure from this time was Tomás Chalco, a skilled artisan and sculptor who was born in 1734 in Puebla. His works can be found in several churches and buildings throughout central Mexico, showcasing his expertise in carving intricate religious imagery from stone and wood.

In the 19th century, as Mexico gained independence from Spain, the Chalco name continued to be present in various parts of the country. A notable individual from this era was Mariano Chalco, a military leader who fought in the Mexican-American War (1846-1848). He was born in 1810 in the state of Jalisco and played a role in several key battles during the conflict.

Throughout the 20th century, the Chalco surname continued to be found across Mexico, with individuals bearing the name making contributions in various fields, including politics, education, and the arts.

It is worth noting that while the Chalco name has its origins in Mexico, over time, it has also spread to other parts of the world due to immigration and migration patterns. However, its deepest historical roots can be traced back to the central Mexican region and the indigenous Nahuatl language.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Chalco

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

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

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