Ginez
A surname originating from Spanish or Portuguese meaning "from Gines", referring to people from the city of Gines.
According to the 2010 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 548 Americans carry the last name Ginez. That puts it at #46,404 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.16 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 625,464 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Ginez surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
548
1 in 625,464
Census rank
#46,404
2010 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.2
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
459
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 459 bearers of the surname Ginez in its 2010 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.16 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 46404th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Ginez, the largest self-reported group is Hispanic at 81.0%. The next largest groups are Asian/Pacific Islander (11.6%) and White (6.1%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Ginez
The surname GINEZ is believed to have originated in Spain during the medieval period, derived from the Spanish word "gines," which means "from Genoa" or "Genoese." This suggests that the name may have been initially given to individuals or families who came from the Italian city of Genoa or had ancestral ties to the region.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname GINEZ can be found in the historical archives of the Kingdom of Aragon, dating back to the 13th century. These records mention a nobleman named Juan Ginez, who held land and titles in the region of Valencia.
During the 15th century, the GINEZ surname gained prominence in various parts of Spain, particularly in the regions of Andalusia and Murcia. Records from this period indicate that several notable figures bore this surname, including Pedro Ginez, a renowned scholar and translator who lived between 1420 and 1492.
In the 16th century, the GINEZ family gained further recognition when Hernán Ginez, a Spanish conquistador, accompanied Hernán Cortés on his expedition to conquer Mexico. Hernán Ginez played a crucial role in the conquest and was later granted substantial land holdings in the region of Oaxaca.
Another notable figure associated with the GINEZ surname was María Ginez, a prominent playwright and poet who lived in Seville during the late 16th and early 17th centuries. Her works, which explored themes of love, society, and the human condition, were widely acclaimed and performed throughout Spain.
In the 18th century, the GINEZ surname gained international recognition when Juan Ginez, a Spanish diplomat, served as the ambassador to the court of King Louis XV of France. His diplomatic efforts helped strengthen the ties between Spain and France during this period.
Over the centuries, the GINEZ surname has been carried by numerous individuals across various professions and walks of life, including artists, writers, scholars, and military leaders. While the name may have originated from a connection to the Italian city of Genoa, it has become deeply rooted in Spanish culture and history.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Ginez
Among Census respondents with the surname Ginez, the largest self-reported group is Hispanic at 81.0%. The next largest groups are Asian/Pacific Islander (11.6%) and White (6.1%).
The bar chart below shows how Ginez bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2010 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Ginez surname at the time of the 2010 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- Hispanic or Latino81.0%
- Asian and Pacific Islander11.6%
- White6.1%
- Unknown or suppressed1.3%
Year on year
2000 vs 2010 Census
How has the Ginez surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
| Metric | 2000 | 2010 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #75,695 | #46,404 | 38.7% |
| Count | 237 | 459 | 93.7% |
| Per 100K | 0.09 | 0.16 | 77.8% |
Between the 2000 and 2010 Census, the number of Ginez bearers went from 237 to 459 (+93.7% change). The surname moved up 29,291 positions in the national ranking, going from #75,695 to #46,404.
FAQ
Ginez surname: questions and answers
How common is the last name Ginez?
The surname Ginez holds position #46,404 in the US Census Bureau's surname ranking, with an estimated 548 living bearers. It occurs at a rate of 0.16 per 100,000 Americans.
What is the ethnic background of the Ginez surname?
Among Census respondents with the surname Ginez, the largest self-reported group is Hispanic at 81.0%. The next largest groups are Asian/Pacific Islander (11.6%) and White (6.1%). These figures come from the 2010 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Where does this surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These tables list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2010 Census, along with a frequency rate and self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.