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

Jarillo, 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 Jarillo surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Jarillo in America

Jarillo is the 69996th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Jarillo surname appeared 280 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 Jarillo.

We can also compare 2010 data for Jarillo 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 Jarillo

The surname Jarillo has its origin in Spain, dating back to the medieval period. It is believed to have derived from the Spanish word "jara," which refers to a type of shrub or bush that grows abundantly in certain regions of the country.

In the early days, surnames were often associated with geographical features, occupations, or personal characteristics. The name Jarillo likely originated as a descriptive term for individuals who lived near or worked with the jara bushes, perhaps as gatherers, farmers, or simply due to the prevalence of these plants in their local area.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Jarillo can be found in the "Libro de la Montería" (Book of the Hunt), a 14th-century manuscript commissioned by King Alfonso XI of Castile. This document details hunting activities and includes references to various places and individuals associated with the sport, including people bearing the surname Jarillo.

During the 15th century, the name Jarillo appeared in various records and documents from the region of Andalusia, particularly in the province of Jaén. This suggests that the name may have originated or gained prominence in this area, which is known for its rugged landscapes and vegetation.

Throughout the centuries, the Jarillo surname has been carried by notable individuals. One such figure was Juan Jarillo, a 16th-century Spanish explorer and navigator who accompanied Hernán Cortés on his expeditions to the Americas. Another prominent bearer of the name was María Jarillo, a 17th-century painter from Seville, renowned for her religious artwork and portraits.

In the 18th century, the name Jarillo can be found in records from the town of Villacarrillo, located in the province of Jaén. During this period, a family named Jarillo owned extensive lands and olive groves in the region, contributing to the local economy and community.

Another notable individual with the surname Jarillo was Joaquín Jarillo, a 19th-century Spanish politician and lawyer who served as a member of the Spanish Parliament (Cortes) during the reign of Queen Isabella II. He was actively involved in debates and legislative efforts related to agricultural reforms and land ownership.

While the origin and meaning of the surname Jarillo are rooted in the Spanish language and geography, it has since spread to various parts of the world, carried by descendants of Spanish emigrants and settlers. Today, the name can be found in countries with significant Hispanic populations, such as Mexico, Argentina, and the United States.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Jarillo

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

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

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