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

Huipe, 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 Huipe surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Huipe in America

Huipe is the 123064th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Huipe surname appeared 140 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 Huipe.

The history of the last name Huipe

The surname "HUIPE" is believed to have originated in the Spanish region of Andalusia, specifically in the province of Granada, during the late 15th century. Its roots can be traced back to the Arabic word "huayp," which means "a type of embroidery or needlework." This connection suggests that the name may have been associated with individuals involved in the textile industry or skilled in embroidery.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname "HUIPE" can be found in a municipal registry from the city of Granada, dated 1492. This document mentions a certain Juan de Huipe, whose occupation is listed as a weaver or textile worker. It is believed that this individual and his family were among the Moriscos, Spanish Muslims who converted to Christianity during the Reconquista period.

In the 16th century, the surname "HUIPE" began to appear in various records across Andalusia, indicating the gradual spread and establishment of this family name. One notable figure from this era was Alonso de Huipe, a prominent merchant and landowner from the town of Guadix, who lived between 1520 and 1589.

As Spanish exploration and colonization efforts expanded during the 16th and 17th centuries, the surname "HUIPE" found its way to the Americas. Historical records from the Spanish colonies in Mexico and Peru document the presence of individuals bearing this name, although their specific origins and connections to the Andalusian lineage remain unclear.

Another significant figure associated with the surname "HUIPE" was Juana de Huipe, a renowned embroiderer and textile artist who lived in Seville during the late 17th century. Her intricate needlework pieces were highly sought after by the Spanish nobility and contributed to the reputation of Andalusian embroidery.

In the 18th century, a branch of the Huipe family settled in the Spanish city of Valencia, where they established themselves as successful merchants and traders. One notable member of this lineage was Francisco de Huipe, a wealthy merchant who lived between 1725 and 1802.

While the surname "HUIPE" may not be as widely recognized as some other Spanish family names, it holds a rich history and cultural significance, particularly in its connection to the textile and embroidery traditions of Andalusia.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Huipe

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

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

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