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

Lizano, 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 Lizano surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Lizano in America

Lizano is the 39486th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Lizano surname appeared 557 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 Lizano.

We can also compare 2010 data for Lizano 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 Lizano

The surname Lizano has its origins in Spain, tracing back to the medieval period. It is believed to have derived from the Spanish word "liza," which refers to a type of freshwater fish. This suggests that the name may have initially been an occupational surname, referring to someone who caught or traded in this particular fish species.

The earliest known record of the surname Lizano dates back to the 13th century, with references found in historical documents from the regions of Aragon and Catalonia in northeastern Spain. Some variations in spelling include Lizano, Lizano, and Lizano, reflecting the linguistic diversity of the Spanish regions.

One notable historical figure bearing the Lizano surname was Pedro Lizano, a renowned sculptor from the 16th century. Born in Valencia in 1525, Pedro Lizano was renowned for his intricate wood carvings and religious sculptures that adorned many churches and cathedrals throughout Spain. His works are considered masterpieces of the Spanish Renaissance art period.

Another prominent individual with the Lizano surname was Juan Lizano, a military commander who played a crucial role in the Spanish conquest of the Americas during the 16th century. Juan Lizano was born in Seville in 1492 and participated in the expeditions led by Hernán Cortés, contributing to the conquest of Mexico and the expansion of the Spanish Empire in the New World.

In the 18th century, Juana Lizano (1701-1782) gained recognition as a skilled lace maker from Valencia. Her intricate and delicate lace designs were highly sought after by the Spanish nobility, and her work was celebrated for its exceptional craftsmanship.

The Lizano surname can also be traced to the town of Lizano, a small municipality located in the province of Zaragoza, in the region of Aragon. This place name may have influenced the development and adoption of the surname in that particular area.

During the 19th century, Miguel Lizano (1825-1897) was a prominent Spanish artist known for his realistic and detailed portraiture. Born in Madrid, his paintings captured the likenesses of many influential figures of his time, including members of the Spanish royal family and aristocracy.

Throughout its history, the Lizano surname has been associated with various occupations, artistic endeavors, and military exploits, reflecting the diverse backgrounds and contributions of those who bore this name across Spain and its territories.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Lizano

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

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

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