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

DeJoya, 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 DeJoya surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of DeJoya in America

DeJoya is the 123064th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The DeJoya surname appeared 140 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 DeJoya.

The history of the last name DeJoya

The surname DEJOYA originated in Spain during the late medieval period, around the 14th or 15th century. It is believed to have derived from the Spanish word "joya," meaning "jewel" or "gem," suggesting that the name may have initially referred to a jeweler or someone involved in the trade of precious stones.

The earliest known records of the DEJOYA surname can be traced back to the regions of Andalusia and Catalonia, where it was commonly found in ancient manuscripts and local registries. One notable example is a reference to a Pedro Dejoya, a merchant from Seville, in a trade document dated 1437.

As the DEJOYA family spread throughout Spain, various spelling variations emerged, such as De Joya, Dejoia, and Dejolla. These variations often reflected regional dialects and the evolving language over time.

One of the earliest recorded individuals bearing the DEJOYA surname was Juan Dejoya, a renowned goldsmith from Valencia, who lived from approximately 1520 to 1592. His exquisite works were commissioned by the nobility and the Church, and some pieces are still preserved in museums today.

Another notable figure was María Dejoya, a philanthropist and patron of the arts from Granada, who lived from 1635 to 1712. She supported numerous artists and writers during the Spanish Golden Age and played a significant role in fostering cultural development in her city.

In the 18th century, the DEJOYA name gained prominence with Antonio Dejoya (1722-1798), a successful merchant who established trading routes between Spain and the Americas. His descendants continued to expand the family's business ventures, contributing to the economic growth of the region.

During the 19th century, the DEJOYA surname spread beyond Spain as family members migrated to various parts of the world. One such individual was Javier Dejoya (1845-1912), a Spanish explorer who participated in several expeditions to South America and documented his findings in numerous journals and publications.

Another notable figure was Isabela Dejoya (1876-1962), a prominent educator from Barcelona who dedicated her life to improving educational opportunities for underprivileged children. Her efforts led to the establishment of several schools and educational programs that benefited countless students.

While the DEJOYA surname has its roots firmly planted in Spain, it has since spread to various parts of the world, with descendants carrying on the legacy and contributing to diverse fields throughout history.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name DeJoya

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

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

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