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

Colmenero, 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 Colmenero surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Colmenero in America

Colmenero is the 14827th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Colmenero surname appeared 1,999 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 1 people would have the surname Colmenero.

We can also compare 2010 data for Colmenero 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 Colmenero

The surname Colmenero originated in Spain, with its earliest recorded usage dating back to the medieval period. The name is derived from the Spanish word "colmena," which means "beehive," and the suffix "-ero," indicating an occupation. This suggests that the original bearers of the name were likely beekeepers or individuals involved in apiculture.

In the 14th century, the name Colmenero appeared in various historical documents, including the Catastro de Ensenada, a census-like record compiled in the 18th century that documented individuals and their occupations. This record provides valuable insights into the prevalence of the surname and its association with beekeeping during that era.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the surname Colmenero was Juan Colmenero, who lived in the city of Seville in the late 15th century. Historical records indicate that he was a prominent beekeeper and supplier of honey to the local nobility and religious institutions.

In the 16th century, the Colmenero family established themselves in the region of La Mancha, where they were known for their expertise in apiculture. One notable member was Pedro Colmenero (1510-1585), who authored a treatise on beekeeping practices, which became a valuable reference work for generations of apiarists.

During the Spanish colonization of the Americas, several individuals bearing the surname Colmenero made their way to the New World. One such individual was Diego Colmenero (1570-1632), who settled in the viceroyalty of New Spain (present-day Mexico) and established a successful beekeeping operation, contributing to the development of apiculture in the region.

Another noteworthy figure was María Colmenero (1625-1692), a renowned beekeeper from the city of Cordoba, Spain. Her expertise in apiculture earned her recognition, and she was sought after for her advice and guidance on beekeeping techniques by both local and neighboring communities.

Over the centuries, the surname Colmenero has spread beyond Spain to other parts of the world, including Latin America, where it is still associated with beekeeping and honey production in various regions. While the name may have evolved and diversified over time, its connection to the historical occupation of beekeeping remains a significant part of its legacy.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Colmenero

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

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

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