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

Delgato, 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 Delgato surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Delgato in America

Delgato is the 59603rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Delgato surname appeared 339 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 Delgato.

We can also compare 2010 data for Delgato 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 Delgato

The surname DELGATO originated in Spain during the Middle Ages. It is derived from the Spanish word "gato," meaning "cat." The name likely referred to someone who either had a particular affinity for cats or whose physical appearance or behavior resembled that of a cat.

The earliest known record of the DELGATO surname dates back to the 13th century, appearing in a manuscript from the region of Castile. At that time, surnames were just beginning to become hereditary, and many were based on occupations, physical characteristics, or places of origin.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the DELGATO surname was Juan Delgato, a nobleman who lived in the city of Seville in the late 14th century. He was known for his skills as a hunter and his love of falconry, which may have contributed to his feline-inspired surname.

In the 16th century, the DELGATO name gained prominence with the exploits of Hernán Delgato, a Spanish conquistador who accompanied Hernán Cortés on his expedition to conquer Mexico. Delgato played a significant role in the subjugation of the Aztec Empire and was rewarded with land and titles for his service.

Another notable figure with the DELGATO surname was María Delgato, a renowned poet and playwright who lived in Granada during the Golden Age of Spanish literature in the 17th century. Her works were celebrated for their wit and insight into the human condition.

During the 18th century, the DELGATO name spread to other parts of the Spanish-speaking world, including the Americas. One prominent individual from this era was Miguel Delgato, a wealthy landowner and philanthropist in Mexico City, who founded several schools and hospitals for the underprivileged.

By the 19th century, the DELGATO surname had also established a presence in other countries, such as the United States and France. One notable American with this name was José Delgato, a influential politician and diplomat who served as the United States Ambassador to Spain from 1869 to 1875.

Throughout its history, the DELGATO surname has been borne by individuals from diverse backgrounds and professions, ranging from artists and writers to military leaders and politicians. While its origin may have been humble, the name has come to symbolize the rich cultural heritage of Spain and the enduring legacy of its people.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Delgato

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

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

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