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

Huinac, 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 Huinac surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Huinac in America

Huinac is the 98982nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Huinac surname appeared 183 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 Huinac.

The history of the last name Huinac

The surname HUINAC has its origins in the Quechua language, which was spoken by the indigenous people of the Andes in South America, particularly in present-day Peru. The name can be traced back to the time of the Inca Empire, which flourished in the 15th and 16th centuries.

The name HUINAC is believed to be derived from the Quechua word "huina," which means "to hunt." This suggests that the name may have been originally associated with hunting or related activities, possibly referring to individuals or families who were skilled hunters or lived in areas known for hunting.

While there are no specific historical references to the name HUINAC in ancient manuscripts or records, it is likely that the name was used by various Quechua-speaking communities during the Inca period and may have been recorded in local documents or oral traditions.

One of the earliest known individuals with the surname HUINAC was Quispe HUINAC, a leader of the Chanca people, who lived in the late 15th century. The Chanca were a prominent ethnic group in the Andes and were involved in various conflicts with the Inca Empire.

Another notable figure was Titu HUINAC, a skilled artisan who lived in the city of Cuzco during the 16th century. Titu HUINAC was renowned for his intricate metalwork and was commissioned by Inca nobles and Spanish settlers to create various ornaments and accessories.

In the 17th century, Pedro HUINAC was a prominent landowner and farmer in the region of Cajamarca. He was known for his expertise in cultivating crops and managing agricultural estates.

During the 18th century, María HUINAC gained recognition as a skilled weaver and textile artist. Her intricate designs and vibrant colors were highly sought after by both the local indigenous communities and Spanish colonists.

In the 19th century, Juan HUINAC was a respected educator and advocate for the preservation of Quechua language and culture. He established several schools in the Andean highlands and worked to promote the teaching of Quechua alongside Spanish.

Throughout its history, the surname HUINAC has been associated with various place names and locations in the Andes, particularly in the regions of Cusco, Cajamarca, and Ayacucho, where Quechua-speaking communities have traditionally resided.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Huinac

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

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

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