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

Juanez, 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 Juanez surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Juanez in America

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

The Juanez 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 Juanez.

The history of the last name Juanez

The surname Juanez has its roots in Spain, originating during the Middle Ages around the 12th century. It is believed to have derived from the Spanish given name Juan, which is the equivalent of John in English. The suffix "ez" was commonly added to indicate a patronymic name, meaning "son of Juan."

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Juanez can be found in the archives of the Kingdom of Aragon, where a nobleman named Pedro Juanez was mentioned in a royal decree issued by King Alfonso II in 1189. This document suggests that the Juanez family held a prominent position in the region during that time.

In the 13th century, a scholar and philosopher named Ramón Juanez gained recognition for his contributions to the field of medicine and natural sciences. His treatises on herbal remedies and astronomical observations were widely circulated among the intellectual circles of medieval Europe.

During the 15th century, the Juanez family expanded their influence to other parts of Spain, with a branch settling in the region of Andalusia. Here, they established themselves as successful landowners and vintners, with their vineyards producing some of the finest wines in the region.

One notable figure from this era was Inés Juanez, a renowned philanthropist and patron of the arts. Her support for local artists and craftsmen helped preserve and promote the rich cultural heritage of Andalusia.

In the 16th century, a member of the Juanez family, Diego Juanez, gained prominence as a skilled navigator and explorer. He accompanied several expeditions to the New World, including the voyages of Hernán Cortés to Mexico. His detailed accounts of these journeys provided valuable insights into the cultures and landscapes encountered during that era.

As the Juanez family spread across Spain and its colonies, the name underwent various spelling variations, such as Juanes, Juaniz, and Juaniz. However, the core meaning and origin remained connected to the Spanish given name Juan.

Throughout the centuries, the Juanez surname has been borne by many noteworthy individuals, including writers, artists, and scholars, contributing to the rich tapestry of Spanish history and culture.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Juanez

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

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

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