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

Estoesta, 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 Estoesta surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Estoesta in America

Estoesta is the 90853rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Estoesta surname appeared 203 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 Estoesta.

We can also compare 2010 data for Estoesta 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 Estoesta

The surname ESTOESTA originated in the Iberian Peninsula, encompassing modern-day Spain and Portugal, during the medieval period. It is believed to have roots in the Spanish language, derived from the phrase "esto es ta," which translates to "this is yours." This phrase was likely used as a form of identification or designation among families or individuals.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the ESTOESTA surname can be traced back to the 14th century, when it appeared in various official documents and records in the regions of Castile and Aragon. During this time, the surname may have also been spelled as "Estoestá" or "Estoestá de," reflecting regional variations in pronunciation and writing styles.

In the 15th century, the ESTOESTA name gained prominence when it was mentioned in a historical manuscript chronicling the life of Don Juan ESTOESTA, a renowned knight and military commander who served under King Alfonso V of Aragon. Don Juan ESTOESTA (1410-1472) was celebrated for his bravery and tactical prowess in numerous battles against the Moors during the Reconquista.

Another notable figure bearing the ESTOESTA surname was Pedro ESTOESTA (1525-1592), a Spanish explorer and navigator who accompanied Hernán Cortés on his expeditions to the Americas. Pedro ESTOESTA played a significant role in the conquest of Mexico and is credited with mapping several unexplored territories in present-day Mexico and Central America.

In the 17th century, the ESTOESTA name was associated with a prominent family of landowners and merchants in the city of Seville. One member of this family, Doña María ESTOESTA (1630-1698), was a renowned philanthropist who established several charitable institutions and funded the construction of churches and hospitals throughout the region.

The ESTOESTA surname also found its way into the literary world with the birth of Antonio ESTOESTA (1785-1862), a celebrated Spanish poet and playwright. His works, which explored themes of love, nature, and societal commentary, were widely acclaimed and influential during the Romantic period in Spain.

While the ESTOESTA surname has its origins in the Iberian Peninsula, it has since spread to other parts of the world through migration and diaspora. However, due to its historical significance and deep roots in Spanish and Portuguese cultures, the name continues to hold a prominent place in the annals of Iberian history and heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Estoesta

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

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

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