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

Costillo, 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 Costillo surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Costillo in America

Costillo is the 30013th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Costillo surname appeared 782 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 Costillo.

We can also compare 2010 data for Costillo 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 Costillo

The surname Costillo is of Spanish origin, and it is believed to have originated in the region of Castile, Spain, during the medieval period. The name is derived from the Spanish word "costilla," which means "rib" or "side." It is possible that the name was initially given to someone who lived near a prominent hill or ridge, or to someone who worked as a butcher or dealt with the sale of meat.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Costillo can be found in the records of the Spanish Inquisition, where a certain Juan Costillo was mentioned in a document from the 16th century. Additionally, the name appears in several historical documents from the 17th and 18th centuries, including parish records and census lists from various parts of Spain.

In the late 18th century, a notable figure named Diego Costillo (1742-1812) gained prominence as a Spanish military officer who fought in the Peninsular War against the French forces. He was celebrated for his bravery and leadership during the Battle of Bailén in 1808.

Another individual with the surname Costillo who left a mark in history was Francisco Costillo (1801-1879), a Spanish painter and illustrator known for his works depicting scenes from everyday life in Spain. His paintings are displayed in various museums across the country.

During the 19th century, the name Costillo also gained recognition in Latin America, particularly in Mexico. One notable figure was Juán Costillo (1825-1892), a Mexican politician and activist who played a significant role in the Reform War, fighting against the conservative forces of the time.

In more recent times, María Costillo (1920-2006) was a renowned Spanish author and poet, whose works explored themes of love, loss, and the human condition. Her poetry collections, such as "Cantos de Vida y Esperanza" (Songs of Life and Hope), garnered critical acclaim and numerous literary awards.

Throughout its history, the surname Costillo has been associated with various professions, from military personnel and politicians to artists and writers, reflecting the diverse backgrounds and contributions of those who have carried this name.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Costillo

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

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

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