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

Collaguazo, 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 Collaguazo surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Collaguazo in America

Collaguazo is the 111988th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Collaguazo surname appeared 157 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 Collaguazo.

The history of the last name Collaguazo

The surname COLLAGUAZO originated in the Andean regions of South America, most likely in modern-day Peru or Ecuador, during the 15th or 16th century. It is believed to be derived from a combination of the Quechua words "collagua" (meaning "to boil" or "to bubble up") and "zo" (a common suffix used to indicate a location or place).

The earliest recorded instances of the COLLAGUAZO surname can be traced back to Spanish colonial records from the late 16th and early 17th centuries. These records often referred to individuals or families living in rural areas near hot springs or geothermal vents, suggesting a potential link between the name and the natural phenomenon of boiling or bubbling water.

One of the earliest known bearers of the COLLAGUAZO name was Juan COLLAGUAZO, a landowner and farmer who lived in the Peruvian Andes during the mid-17th century. Historical documents from the time mention his involvement in local disputes over land and water rights.

In the 18th century, a notable figure named María COLLAGUAZO gained recognition as a skilled weaver and textile artist in the town of Otavalo, Ecuador. Her intricate tapestries and rugs, often featuring intricate geometric patterns and vibrant colors, were highly sought after by Spanish colonial officials and wealthy merchants.

During the 19th century, a COLLAGUAZO family based in the Bolivian city of Sucre produced several prominent lawyers and judges. One of them, Javier COLLAGUAZO (1823-1892), served as a Supreme Court Justice and was known for his legal expertise in mining and property disputes.

Another notable COLLAGUAZO was Pedro COLLAGUAZO (1871-1942), a Chilean scientist and geologist who conducted extensive research on the volcanic activity and geothermal features of the Andes Mountains. His work contributed significantly to the understanding of the region's geological history and natural resources.

In the early 20th century, a renowned Peruvian artist named Lucía COLLAGUAZO (1901-1987) gained international recognition for her vibrant paintings depicting scenes from daily life in the Andes. Her works were exhibited in museums and galleries throughout South America and Europe, and she is regarded as a pioneer of the indigenous art movement in Peru.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Collaguazo

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

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 Collaguazo 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.

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

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