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

Jaloma, 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 Jaloma surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Jaloma in America

Jaloma is the 118185th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Jaloma surname appeared 147 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 Jaloma.

We can also compare 2010 data for Jaloma 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 Jaloma

The surname JALOMA has its origins in the Aztec civilization of ancient Mexico, dating back to the 14th century. It is believed to be derived from the Nahuatl word "xaloma," which means "place of sand" or "sandy area." This suggests that the name may have originated from a specific geographic location or settlement situated in a sandy region.

One of the earliest known records of the JALOMA surname can be found in codices and manuscripts from the early colonial period in Mexico, following the arrival of Spanish conquistadors. These documents often contained records of indigenous individuals and their respective communities, including names and places of origin.

In the 16th century, a notable individual named Juan JALOMA was mentioned in a Spanish colonial document as a respected elder and community leader in the region of Tenochtitlan (now Mexico City). This provides evidence of the surname's existence during that time period.

During the 17th century, the JALOMA name appeared in various church records and baptismal registers in the central Mexican states of Puebla and Tlaxcala. This indicates the surname's prevalence among indigenous populations in those areas.

In the 18th century, a prominent figure named Tomás JALOMA was a renowned artisan and potter in the town of Cuernavaca, known for his intricate ceramic works inspired by traditional Aztec designs. His creations were highly sought after by Spanish nobility and wealthy patrons.

Another notable individual was María JALOMA, a respected midwife and healer who lived in the village of Cuetzalan in the early 19th century. Her knowledge of traditional Nahua medicine and birthing practices was widely recognized throughout the region.

In the late 19th century, a historical figure named Emiliano JALOMA gained recognition as a skilled weaver and textile artist from the town of Tenancingo. His intricate tapestries and fabrics, incorporating vibrant colors and indigenous patterns, garnered praise and were exhibited in various cultural events of the time.

The JALOMA surname has endured through the centuries, with its roots deeply embedded in the rich cultural heritage of Mexico's indigenous populations. While its presence may have diminished in modern times due to various societal changes, the name remains a testament to the resilience and contributions of the Aztec and Nahua peoples to the diverse tapestry of Mexican identity.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Jaloma

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

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

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