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

Hermoso, 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 Hermoso surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Hermoso in America

Hermoso is the 37899th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Hermoso surname appeared 586 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 Hermoso.

We can also compare 2010 data for Hermoso 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 Hermoso

The surname HERMOSO is of Spanish origin, deriving from the Spanish word "hermoso" which means "beautiful" or "handsome." This name likely originated in Spain during the medieval period as a descriptive surname given to someone who was considered particularly attractive or good-looking.

The earliest known records of the HERMOSO surname can be traced back to the 13th century in various regions of Spain, such as Castile, Aragon, and Andalusia. It may have been used as a nickname or descriptive name before becoming an established hereditary surname.

In the 15th century, there are records of a nobleman named Juan HERMOSO who served as a military commander under King Juan II of Aragon. He was renowned for his bravery and military prowess, which may have contributed to the association of the name with positive qualities.

Another notable historical figure with the HERMOSO surname was Pedro HERMOSO, a Spanish conquistador who participated in the conquest of Mexico alongside Hernán Cortés in the early 16th century. He was known for his daring exploits and played a significant role in the subjugation of the Aztec Empire.

During the Spanish colonization of the Americas, the HERMOSO surname spread to various regions of Latin America, particularly in countries like Mexico, Peru, and Colombia. It became a common surname among the Spanish settlers and their descendants in these areas.

In the 17th century, a prominent figure named Catalina HERMOSO rose to prominence as a wealthy landowner and philanthropist in the city of Cuzco, Peru. She was renowned for her generosity and support of various charitable causes, contributing to the development of the local community.

Another notable individual with the HERMOSO surname was Manuel HERMOSO, a Spanish painter who lived in the 18th century and was known for his religious and historical paintings. His works can be found in various churches and museums across Spain, showcasing his artistic talent and skill.

As the HERMOSO surname spread throughout the Spanish-speaking world, it has been carried by numerous individuals from different walks of life, including artists, writers, politicians, and scholars. While not an exhaustive list, these examples illustrate the rich history and diverse backgrounds associated with this surname.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Hermoso

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

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

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