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

Franquez, 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 Franquez surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Franquez in America

Franquez is the 46811th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Franquez surname appeared 454 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 Franquez.

We can also compare 2010 data for Franquez 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 Franquez

The surname Franquez is of Spanish origin, with its roots traced back to the 14th century. It is believed to have originated from the Spanish word "franco," meaning "free" or "exempt," indicating that the original bearer of this name may have been a freeman or a person who was exempt from certain taxes or obligations.

The name Franquez can be found in early Spanish records, particularly in regions such as Andalusia and Castile. It is thought to be derived from the Latin word "Francus," which referred to the Franks, a Germanic tribe that inhabited present-day France and parts of Germany.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname Franquez can be found in the 1385 census of the town of Seville, where a certain Pedro Franquez is listed as a resident. Additionally, the name appears in the 15th century Libro de Repartimiento de Sevilla, a document detailing the distribution of land and property among the Christian conquerors of the city.

Historically, the Franquez family held a notable presence in Spain. Rodrigo Franquez, born in 1498, was a prominent military commander who served under King Charles V and played a significant role in the conquest of the Americas. Another notable figure was Juan Franquez, a 16th-century explorer who accompanied Hernán Cortés on his expedition to Mexico.

In the realm of literature, one cannot overlook the influential poet and playwright Lope de Vega Franquez, who lived from 1562 to 1635 and is considered a master of the Spanish Golden Age. His works, such as "Fuenteovejuna" and "El Caballero de Olmedo," have left an indelible mark on Spanish literature.

The Franquez name also made its way to the New World, with Pedro Franquez being one of the earliest settlers in the Spanish colony of Puerto Rico, arriving in the late 16th century. His descendants went on to establish themselves as prominent landowners and influential figures in the island's history.

Another notable individual was Mariana Franquez, a 17th-century Spanish noblewoman who played a pivotal role in the defense of the city of Cádiz during the Anglo-Dutch War. Her bravery and leadership during the siege of 1625 earned her recognition and admiration from her contemporaries.

While the name Franquez may have evolved over time, with variations such as Francos, Franks, or Franque, its Spanish roots and historical significance remain firmly embedded in its heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Franquez

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

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

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