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

Dozal, 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 Dozal surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Dozal in America

Dozal is the 34032nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Dozal surname appeared 668 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 Dozal.

We can also compare 2010 data for Dozal 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 Dozal

The surname DOZAL has its origins in Spain, dating back to the 14th century. It is believed to have derived from the Spanish word "dozal," which refers to a muzzle or nose band used for horses or other animals. This suggests that the name may have been associated with those who worked with horses or in related professions.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the DOZAL surname can be found in the archives of Seville, Spain, where a certain Juan DOZAL was mentioned in a document from 1387. This document detailed a transaction involving the sale of a parcel of land, providing valuable insight into the early history of the name.

During the 15th century, the DOZAL surname appeared to have spread across various regions of Spain, including Andalusia, Catalonia, and Castile. In the village of Albaida, near Valencia, there are records of a family bearing the DOZAL name, dating back to the late 1400s.

One notable figure in the history of the DOZAL surname was Rodrigo DOZAL, a renowned blacksmith who lived in Seville in the early 16th century. His metalwork and craftsmanship were highly regarded, and he was commissioned to create intricate ironwork for several churches and noble residences in the city.

Another individual of historical significance was María DOZAL, born in 1622 in Cádiz, Spain. She was a prominent philanthropist and patron of the arts, known for her support of local artists and her contributions to the construction of several public buildings and churches in the region.

In the late 17th century, the DOZAL surname gained recognition in the field of literature when Miguel DOZAL, born in 1658 in Granada, published a collection of poetry that garnered critical acclaim. His works were celebrated for their lyrical quality and insightful observations on society and human nature.

As the centuries progressed, the DOZAL name continued to appear in various historical records and documents across Spain. For instance, in the early 19th century, records from the city of Málaga mention a prominent family of landowners and merchants named DOZAL, who played a significant role in the local economy.

While the surname DOZAL is not among the most common in Spain today, it maintains a rich historical legacy, reflecting the diverse backgrounds and contributions of those who have borne this name throughout the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Dozal

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

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

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