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

Donaire, 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 Donaire surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Donaire in America

Donaire is the 52267th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Donaire surname appeared 397 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 Donaire.

We can also compare 2010 data for Donaire 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 Donaire

The surname Donaire has its origins in Spain, traced back to the late 15th century during the period of the Reconquista. It is derived from the Spanish word "donaire," which means grace, charm, or elegance. This suggests the name was likely bestowed upon someone who exhibited such qualities or perhaps carried themselves in a graceful manner.

In early records from the region of Andalusia, the name appears as "Doneyre" and "Donnayre," suggesting variations in spelling over time. One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the archives of the city of Seville, where a certain Hernando Donaire is mentioned as a landowner in 1492.

During the 16th century, the name gained prominence among the noble classes of Spain. Juan Donaire y Mendoza (1506-1579) was a renowned poet and playwright from Córdoba, whose works were widely celebrated during the Spanish Golden Age. His contemporary, Diego Donaire (1525-1597), was a prominent military commander who served under King Philip II during the Conquest of Portugal.

As the Spanish Empire expanded, the name Donaire spread to the Americas. One notable figure was Tomás Donaire (1632-1698), a Jesuit missionary who established several missions in what is now present-day Argentina and Paraguay. His efforts in spreading Christianity and education among the indigenous populations earned him a reputation as a dedicated and compassionate figure.

In the 18th century, the Donaire family established itself in the Philippines, then a Spanish colony. Mariano Donaire (1742-1825) was a prominent landowner and businessman in the city of Manila, whose wealth and influence allowed him to become a prominent patron of the arts and culture.

Throughout the 19th century, the name Donaire continued to be associated with notable figures in various fields. Manuel Donaire (1810-1887) was a celebrated Spanish painter whose works captured the vibrant landscapes and traditions of his native Andalusia. His contemporary, Francisca Donaire (1819-1892), was a renowned educator and advocate for women's rights, who founded several schools in Madrid.

These are just a few examples of the rich history and notable individuals who have borne the surname Donaire over the centuries, a name that has its roots in the ideals of grace, charm, and elegance.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Donaire

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

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

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