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

DeFiesta, 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 DeFiesta surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of DeFiesta in America

DeFiesta is the 113155th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The DeFiesta surname appeared 155 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 DeFiesta.

We can also compare 2010 data for DeFiesta 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 DeFiesta

The surname DEFIESTA has its origins in the Spanish language, tracing back to the 16th century. It is believed to have emerged from the region of Andalusia in southern Spain, where many of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found.

One plausible derivation of DEFIESTA is from the Spanish phrase "de fiesta," which translates to "of celebration" or "of festivity." This suggests that the name may have been initially assigned as a descriptive surname, possibly referring to individuals who were involved in organizing or participating in local festivals or celebrations.

Historical records indicate that the name appeared in various municipal archives and church registries in Andalusia during the 16th and 17th centuries. A notable early reference can be found in the baptismal records of the Church of San Juan in Seville, where a child named Juan DEFIESTA was baptized in 1587.

As the Spanish Empire expanded across the Americas, the DEFIESTA name traveled with settlers and colonists. In the early 17th century, a family bearing the surname DEFIESTA established roots in the Spanish colonies of Mexico, and later generations migrated to other parts of Central and South America.

One of the earliest documented individuals with the DEFIESTA surname was Pedro DEFIESTA, a merchant and landowner who lived in Seville in the late 16th century. He was known for his involvement in organizing local religious festivals and processions.

In the 18th century, a prominent figure named Juana DEFIESTA (1712-1789) gained recognition as a skilled lace maker in the city of Granada. Her intricate lace designs were highly sought after by Spanish nobility and clergy.

During the 19th century, a military officer named Manuel DEFIESTA (1822-1897) played a role in Spain's colonial campaigns in Cuba and the Philippines. He rose through the ranks and was awarded several honors for his service.

Another notable individual was Catalina DEFIESTA (1876-1952), a pioneering educator from Malaga who established several schools for underprivileged children in the region. Her efforts contributed significantly to improving literacy rates in rural areas.

In the early 20th century, a renowned artist named Paco DEFIESTA (1902-1984) gained international acclaim for his vibrant and expressive paintings, which often depicted scenes of traditional Spanish festivals and celebrations.

While the surname DEFIESTA originated in Spain, it has since spread to various parts of the world due to migration and diaspora communities. However, its roots can be traced back to the rich cultural heritage of Andalusia and the festive traditions that may have inspired its creation.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name DeFiesta

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

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

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