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

Mascarinas, 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 Mascarinas surname is from the 2000 census data.

Popularity of Mascarinas in America

Mascarinas is the 137816th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Mascarinas surname appeared 112 times in the 2000 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Mascarinas.

The history of the last name Mascarinas

The surname Mascarinas finds its origins in the Iberian Peninsula, specifically within the region now recognized as both Portugal and Spain. This name emerged during the Medieval period, around the 12th to 14th centuries. It is believed to derive from the old Portuguese and Galician word "mascariña" or "mascarina," which means "mask" or "little mask." In this context, the surname may have referred to a person who wore masks, perhaps in a theatrical or carnival setting.

In historical records, the surname Mascarinas appears relatively early. One of the earliest mentions is found in Portuguese manuscripts from the late 13th century. A notable record includes a reference to Gaspar Mascarinas, born in 1297, who was listed in municipal documents in the city of Porto.

The surname has seen various spellings over the centuries. In Spanish records, it often appears as "Mascarena" or "Mascarinas." The name also became associated with geographical locations, such as the small village of Mascarena in Galicia.

Throughout history, several prominent figures have carried the Mascarinas surname. Antonia Mascarinas, born in 1542 and died in 1601, was a notable figure in Lisbon, recognized for her contributions to the arts, specifically in the realm of traditional Portuguese tilework, known as "azulejos."

Another significant individual was Pedro Mascarinas, born in 1678 and died in 1736, who served as a naval officer in the Spanish fleet. His exploits during the War of Spanish Succession earned him a distinguished reputation.

In the 19th century, Angela Mascarinas, born in 1821 and died in 1889, became known for her philanthropic efforts in Madrid. Her contributions to the establishment of orphanages and schools for underprivileged children left a lasting impact on Spanish society.

The surname further gained prominence with Juan Mascarinas y Gutiérrez, born in 1845 and died in 1913, a prominent lawyer and politician in the Philippines during Spanish colonial rule. His advocacy for reform and better governance under Spanish authority made him a key figure in the country's legal and political history.

Lastly, there is the renowned poet Clara Mascarinas, born in 1885 and died in 1942, whose works were celebrated for their emotional depth and exploration of human consciousness. Her literary contributions have been studied and celebrated in both Spain and Portugal.

Through centuries, the Mascarinas surname has been affiliated with various notable individuals and events, leaving a rich legacy in different parts of the Iberian Peninsula and beyond.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Mascarinas

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

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 2000 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Mascarinas 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 Mascarinas was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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