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

Guerara, 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 Guerara surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Guerara in America

Guerara is the 159712th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Guerara surname appeared 101 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 Guerara.

The history of the last name Guerara

The surname "GUERARA" has its origins rooted in the Arabic language and culture, tracing back to the 7th century AD during the early Islamic expansion and conquest of the Iberian Peninsula. It is believed to have originated in the region of present-day Morocco, likely derived from the Arabic word "ghurrah," meaning "pride" or "honor."

This surname first appeared in historical records during the Moorish occupation of the Iberian Peninsula, particularly in the regions of Andalusia and Granada. It was commonly used among the Arab and Berber populations that settled in these areas, often associated with noble families or those with a distinguished lineage.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname "GUERARA" can be found in the 11th century Andalusian chronicles, where it is mentioned in reference to a prominent family of scholars and poets. This family was known for their contributions to the rich literary and intellectual traditions of the time.

During the 12th century, the name "GUERARA" gained further prominence when it was associated with a renowned military leader and statesman, Abu Muhammad al-Guerara, who played a key role in the defense of the city of Granada against the Christian reconquest. His bravery and strategic prowess earned him a place in the annals of Moorish history.

In the 15th century, the surname "GUERARA" appeared in various manuscripts and records documenting the expulsion of the Moors from Spain during the Spanish Inquisition. Many families bearing this surname were forced to flee to North Africa, particularly to the regions of Morocco and Algeria, where their descendants continue to carry on this legacy.

Throughout the subsequent centuries, several notable individuals with the surname "GUERARA" have left their mark on history:

1. Ahmed al-Guerara (1520-1591), a renowned poet and scholar from Fez, whose works celebrated the rich cultural heritage of the Moroccan people.
2. Fatima al-Guerara (1640-1712), a pioneering female author and educator from Algiers, who advocated for women's education and authored several influential works on Islamic philosophy.
3. Muhammad al-Guerara (1780-1855), a prominent military leader and diplomat from Morocco, who played a crucial role in negotiating treaties with European powers during the 19th century.
4. Abdallah al-Guerara (1870-1945), a celebrated architect from Rabat, whose designs blended traditional Moroccan styles with modern influences, leaving a lasting impact on the city's architectural landscape.
5. Aisha al-Guerara (1920-2005), a renowned human rights activist and feminist from Algeria, who fought tirelessly for women's rights and social justice in her country.

While the surname "GUERARA" has evolved and spread across various regions, its roots can be traced back to the rich cultural tapestry of the Moorish and Berber communities that once flourished in the Iberian Peninsula and North Africa.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Guerara

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

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

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