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

Cofresí, 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 Cofresí surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Cofresí in America

Cofresí is the 73215th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Cofresí surname appeared 265 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 Cofresí.

We can also compare 2010 data for Cofresí 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 Cofresí

The surname COFRESI is of Spanish origin, having its roots in the Caribbean region, particularly in Puerto Rico. It is believed to have emerged during the 16th century, when the Spanish colonial era was at its peak in the Americas.

The name COFRESI is often associated with the infamous pirate Roberto Cofresi, who was born in Cabo Rojo, Puerto Rico, in 1791 and was executed by Spanish authorities in 1825. Roberto Cofresi became a legendary figure in Puerto Rican folklore, known for his daring exploits and defiance against colonial rule.

While the exact etymology of COFRESI is uncertain, some scholars suggest it may have originated from the Spanish word "cofre," meaning "chest" or "coffer," possibly referring to the storage of valuables or treasures. This connection could be linked to the pirate heritage associated with the name.

Historical records from the Spanish colonial era in Puerto Rico contain references to individuals bearing the COFRESI surname. One notable example is Juan Cofresi, a wealthy landowner and merchant in Cabo Rojo, who lived in the late 18th century and was believed to be related to the notorious pirate Roberto Cofresi.

Another prominent figure with the COFRESI surname was Cristobal Cofresi, a respected military officer who served in the Spanish Army during the early 19th century. He was born in Cabo Rojo in 1785 and played a significant role in defending Puerto Rico against various invasions and uprisings.

In the realm of literature, the Puerto Rican author and playwright René Marqués featured the character of Roberto Cofresi in his acclaimed play "La Carreta" (The Oxcart), which explores the themes of cultural identity and the struggles of Puerto Rican migrants in the United States.

While the COFRESI surname has its roots in Puerto Rico, it has also spread to other parts of the Caribbean and Latin America, as well as to countries with significant Puerto Rican diaspora populations, such as the United States.

Throughout history, the name COFRESI has carried a strong connection to the rich cultural heritage and revolutionary spirit of Puerto Rico, resonating with the island's resilience and resistance against colonial oppression.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Cofresí

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

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

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