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

Mariona, 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 Mariona surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Mariona in America

Mariona is the 63698th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Mariona surname appeared 313 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 Mariona.

We can also compare 2010 data for Mariona 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 Mariona

The surname Mariona has its origins in the Catalonia region of Spain, with roots dating back to the medieval period. It is believed to have derived from the Latin name "Marianus," which was a common name among early Christians in honor of the Virgin Mary.

The earliest recorded instances of the Mariona surname can be traced back to the 12th century, appearing in various historical documents and records from the region. One notable example is the mention of a certain Bernat Mariona in a land grant from the year 1187, issued by the Count of Barcelona.

During the 13th and 14th centuries, the name Mariona began to spread throughout other parts of Spain, particularly in the neighboring regions of Aragon and Valencia. This was likely due to the migration of families and individuals from Catalonia, seeking new opportunities or fleeing political turmoil.

One of the earliest known bearers of the Mariona surname was Guillem Mariona, a prominent merchant and landowner who lived in Barcelona during the late 13th century. Records indicate that he was involved in various commercial ventures and held significant influence within the city's trade guilds.

Another notable figure with the Mariona surname was Jaume Mariona, a celebrated poet and scholar who lived in Valencia during the 15th century. His works, which often explored themes of love and spirituality, were widely acclaimed and contributed to the flourishing of Valencian literature during the Renaissance period.

In the 16th century, the Mariona surname gained further prominence with the emergence of Francesc Mariona, a renowned architect and master builder who was responsible for the construction of several notable churches and monasteries in Catalonia, including the Monastery of Sant Jeroni de la Murtra in Badalona.

As the centuries progressed, the Mariona surname continued to be represented in various spheres of society, with individuals bearing the name making their mark in fields such as politics, arts, and academia. One such example is Miquel Mariona, a prominent Catalan painter from the 17th century, whose works are still celebrated for their vibrant colors and depictions of everyday life.

Throughout its long history, the Mariona surname has maintained a strong presence in Spain, particularly in the regions of Catalonia, Aragon, and Valencia. While its origins can be traced back to the medieval era, the name continues to endure and be passed down through generations, serving as a testament to the rich cultural heritage of the Iberian Peninsula.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Mariona

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

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

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