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

Marteniz, 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 Marteniz surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Marteniz in America

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

The Marteniz 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 Marteniz.

We can also compare 2010 data for Marteniz 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 Marteniz

The surname MARTENIZ originates from Spain, with its roots dating back to the 8th century during the Moorish occupation of the Iberian Peninsula. It is believed to have derived from the Spanish word "martillo," meaning hammer, suggesting a possible connection to a blacksmith or metalworking trade.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the MARTENIZ surname can be found in the Catalan region of Spain, where it appeared in medieval records from the 12th century. During this period, the name was often spelled as "Martenez" or "Marteniz," reflecting the phonetic variations common in those times.

In the 13th century, a notable figure named Juan Marteniz de Heredia (1245-1296) served as the Archbishop of Tarragona, a prominent city in Catalonia. His influence and reputation likely contributed to the spread and recognition of the MARTENIZ surname throughout the region.

As the name traveled across Spain, it underwent various transformations, with slight spelling variations emerging in different regions. For instance, in the Basque Country, the name was sometimes recorded as "Martenitz" or "Martenez," reflecting the unique linguistic influences of the area.

During the 16th century, a prominent MARTENIZ family established themselves in Seville, where they became influential landowners and merchants. One notable member, Pedro Marteniz de Aranda (1518-1587), was a renowned navigator and explorer who accompanied Spanish expeditions to the Americas.

In the 17th century, the MARTENIZ surname gained prominence in Aragon, where a family of that name played a significant role in the region's cultural and intellectual life. Miguel Marteniz de Azara (1633-1705), a renowned writer and philosopher, was a prominent figure of this era.

As the centuries progressed, the MARTENIZ name spread further across Spain and its colonies, with notable individuals emerging in various fields. For example, in the 19th century, José Marteniz de Velasco (1788-1859) was a respected military leader and statesman who served as the Prime Minister of Spain for a brief period.

While the MARTENIZ surname is not as widespread as some other Spanish surnames, it has a rich and diverse history, reflecting the cultural and linguistic tapestry of the Iberian Peninsula. Its origins and evolution have been shaped by the various regions and communities it has passed through, leaving a lasting imprint on the heritage and identity of those who bear this proud name.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Marteniz

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

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

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