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

Elamparo, 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 Elamparo surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Elamparo in America

Elamparo is the 126765th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Elamparo surname appeared 135 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 Elamparo.

The history of the last name Elamparo

The surname ELAMPARO has its origins in the Spanish language, with the earliest records tracing back to the 16th century in the regions of Andalusia and Extremadura, Spain. It is believed to be derived from the Spanish words "el amparo," which translate to "the refuge" or "the shelter."

One of the earliest known references to the name ELAMPARO can be found in the ecclesiastical records of the Archdiocese of Seville, dated around 1560. The name appears as "Elamparo de la Cruz," suggesting a connection to religious or spiritual significance.

During the colonization of the Americas, particularly in the 17th and 18th centuries, many Spanish settlers bearing the surname ELAMPARO made their way to the New World. The name can be found in historical documents and records from various Latin American countries, including Mexico, Peru, and Argentina.

In the late 18th century, a notable figure named Juana ELAMPARO (1765-1832) gained recognition for her contributions to education and social welfare in the city of Córdoba, Argentina. She established one of the first schools for underprivileged children in the region.

Another prominent individual with the surname ELAMPARO was Manuel ELAMPARO (1820-1892), a Mexican politician and diplomat who served as the Minister of Foreign Affairs during the presidency of Benito Juárez.

In the 19th century, a branch of the ELAMPARO family settled in the Philippines, where the name underwent slight variations in spelling, such as "Elamparo" or "Elamparo." One notable member of this Filipino branch was Antonio ELAMPARO (1875-1948), a renowned artist and painter known for his depictions of Philippine landscapes and rural life.

The name ELAMPARO also found its way to other parts of the world, including the United States, where it can be traced back to the early 20th century. Notable individuals include María ELAMPARO (1905-1987), a Cuban-American writer and educator who authored several novels and short stories exploring themes of immigration and cultural identity.

Throughout its history, the surname ELAMPARO has carried connotations of refuge, protection, and shelter, reflecting the potential origins of the name. While not as common as some other Spanish surnames, it remains a distinctive and intriguing part of the broader tapestry of global surnames.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Elamparo

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

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

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