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

Estupiñán, 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 Estupiñán surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Estupiñán in America

Estupiñán is the 20468th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Estupiñán surname appeared 1,297 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 Estupiñán.

We can also compare 2010 data for Estupiñán 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 Estupiñán

The surname Estupinan has its origins in Spain, tracing back to the 15th century. It is believed to have originated from the Spanish word "estupina," which means "tow" or "coarse fiber." This could suggest that the name may have been associated with individuals who worked with fibrous materials or were involved in the textile industry during that time.

Estupinan is a variant spelling of the more common Spanish surname "Estupina." The name's evolution can be attributed to regional dialects and variations in pronunciation and spelling across different regions of Spain. Historical records show that the earliest known bearers of this surname were concentrated in the regions of Andalusia and Extremadura in southern Spain.

One of the earliest known references to the Estupinan surname can be found in the archives of the town of Llerena, located in the province of Badajoz, Extremadura. A document dated 1487 mentions a certain Pedro Estupinan, who was a landowner and farmer in the area.

In the 16th century, the Estupinan family appears to have expanded their presence across Spain. Notable individuals from this period include Juan Estupinan, a soldier who fought in the Spanish conquest of the Americas, and Mariana Estupinan, a renowned embroiderer whose work adorned the vestments of several Catholic churches in Seville.

As the centuries progressed, the Estupinan surname continued to spread throughout Spain and its territories. In the 18th century, Francisco Estupinan (1702-1783) was a renowned architect who contributed to the design of several notable buildings in Madrid and Seville.

During the 19th century, the Estupinan family had a presence in various parts of the Spanish colonial empire. One notable figure was José María Estupinan (1820-1898), a politician and diplomat who served as the Spanish ambassador to several Latin American countries.

As the Estupinan surname spread beyond Spain, it also took root in various parts of Latin America, particularly in countries with a significant Spanish colonial influence, such as Mexico, Colombia, and Ecuador. In these regions, the name may have undergone further variations in spelling and pronunciation.

While the Estupinan surname has a rich history spanning centuries, its origins can be traced back to the humble beginnings of a family likely involved in textile work or fiber production in southern Spain during the 15th century. Over time, the name has been carried by individuals from diverse backgrounds, including soldiers, artisans, architects, and diplomats, reflecting the diverse experiences and contributions of those who bear this surname.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Estupiñán

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

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

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