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

Mayancela, 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 Mayancela surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Mayancela in America

Mayancela is the 50362nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Mayancela surname appeared 415 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 Mayancela.

The history of the last name Mayancela

The surname Mayancela has its origins in Ecuador, originating from the Quechua language spoken by the indigenous people of the Andes region. It likely emerged during the time of Spanish colonization in the 16th century.

Mayancela is believed to be derived from the Quechua words "mayán" meaning "river" and "cela" meaning "wide" or "broad." This suggests that the name may have been given to individuals who lived near a wide river or valley.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Mayancela surname can be found in the municipal archives of Cuenca, Ecuador, dating back to the late 17th century. These records document several individuals bearing the name, indicating its presence in the region during that time period.

Notable individuals with the Mayancela surname include José Mayancela (1810-1875), a prominent Ecuadorian politician and lawyer who served as a senator and played a significant role in the drafting of the country's constitution in the mid-19th century.

Another prominent figure was María Mayancela (1885-1962), a renowned Ecuadorian poet and writer known for her works celebrating the indigenous culture and traditions of the Andes region. Her poetry collection, "Voces del Páramo" (Voices of the Moor), published in 1925, was widely acclaimed and continues to be studied in literary circles.

In the realm of art, Juan Mayancela (1922-1998) was a celebrated Ecuadorian painter and sculptor whose works often depicted the vibrant colors and landscapes of his native country. His sculptures, which frequently featured indigenous themes and motifs, can be found in various public spaces and museums throughout Ecuador.

Moving to the world of sports, Carlos Mayancela (born 1978) is a former professional soccer player who represented the Ecuadorian national team in several international competitions, including the 2002 FIFA World Cup.

Lastly, Alejandra Mayancela (born 1985) is a contemporary Ecuadorian writer and journalist whose works have explored themes of identity, culture, and social issues. Her debut novel, "La Huella Perdida" (The Lost Footprint), published in 2012, received critical acclaim and earned her several literary awards.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Mayancela

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

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

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