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

Llapa, 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 Llapa surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Llapa in America

Llapa is the 85357th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Llapa surname appeared 219 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 Llapa.

We can also compare 2010 data for Llapa 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 Llapa

The surname "LLAPA" is believed to have originated in the Quechua language, which is primarily spoken in the Andean regions of South America, particularly in Peru, Bolivia, and Ecuador. The Quechua people were part of the Inca Empire, which flourished from the 13th to the 16th century.

The word "llapa" in Quechua can have several meanings, including "all," "entire," or "complete." It is possible that the surname was derived from this word and may have been used to denote someone who possessed certain qualities or characteristics associated with the concept of "wholeness" or "completeness."

During the Spanish colonization of the Americas, many indigenous people adopted Spanish surnames or were given names by the colonizers. It is likely that the surname "LLAPA" emerged during this period as a result of the cultural exchange between the Quechua people and the Spanish colonists.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname "LLAPA" can be found in the chronicles of Spanish conquistadors and missionaries who documented their encounters with the Quechua people in the 16th and 17th centuries. However, the exact origin and meaning of the surname remain somewhat uncertain due to the limited historical records from that time.

Over the centuries, several notable individuals have borne the surname "LLAPA." One such figure was Túpac Amaru II, a descendant of Inca royalty who led a major indigenous uprising against Spanish colonial rule in Peru in the late 18th century. His full name was José Gabriel Condorcanqui Noguera Valega Inca Llapa Tupac Amaru II, and he was born in 1738 and executed in 1781.

Another prominent individual with the surname "LLAPA" was Juan Camilo Llapa, a Peruvian politician and diplomat who served as the Minister of Foreign Affairs in the late 19th century. He played a significant role in resolving border disputes between Peru and neighboring countries.

In the realm of literature, a notable figure was Nilda Llapa, a celebrated Peruvian poet and writer of the 20th century. Her works explored themes of identity, culture, and the experiences of indigenous communities in Peru.

Additionally, Francisco Llapa was a renowned Quechua scholar and linguist who made significant contributions to the preservation and promotion of the Quechua language in the 20th century. His efforts helped to raise awareness and appreciation for the rich cultural heritage of the Quechua people.

Furthermore, Pedro Llapa was a prominent Peruvian artist and painter known for his vibrant depictions of Andean landscapes and indigenous life during the mid-20th century. His works have been exhibited in various galleries and museums around the world.

While the surname "LLAPA" has its roots in the Quechua culture and language, it has also gained recognition and prominence beyond the Andean regions, as individuals with this surname have made significant contributions in various fields throughout history.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Llapa

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

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

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