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

Maytorena, 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 Maytorena surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Maytorena in America

Maytorena is the 51176th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Maytorena surname appeared 407 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 Maytorena.

We can also compare 2010 data for Maytorena 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 Maytorena

The surname MAYTORENA is of Mexican origin, originating in the state of Sonora in the late 18th century. It is believed to be derived from the Spanish words "mayo" meaning May and "torena" referring to a small hill or rise, suggesting that the name may have been associated with a location or piece of land characterized by a small hill or rise that was significant during the month of May.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the MAYTORENA surname dates back to the late 1700s, when it appears in church records from the town of Alamos, Sonora. These records document the baptism and marriage of individuals bearing the MAYTORENA name, indicating their presence in the region during that time period.

In the early 19th century, the MAYTORENA surname gained prominence with the birth of Manuel María Gándara Maytorena (1786-1858), a Mexican military officer and politician who served as Governor of Sonora from 1832 to 1834. His involvement in the Mexican War of Independence and subsequent political career helped establish the MAYTORENA name as one of historical significance in the region.

Another notable figure bearing the MAYTORENA surname was José María Maytorena (1810-1892), a Mexican soldier and rancher who played a pivotal role in the defense of Sonora during the French intervention in Mexico in the 1860s. His leadership and bravery during these conflicts earned him recognition and further solidified the MAYTORENA name's association with military service and patriotism.

In the late 19th century, Esteban Maytorena (1855-1927) was a prominent businessman and landowner in Sonora, known for his involvement in the mining and agricultural industries. His success and influence contributed to the MAYTORENA name's recognition as a prominent family within the region's economic and social circles.

Another notable figure was Francisca Maytorena (1860-1938), a Mexican educator and feminist who dedicated her life to advocating for women's rights and improving educational opportunities for girls in Sonora. Her work and activism helped promote the MAYTORENA name as one associated with progressive ideals and social reform.

Over the centuries, the MAYTORENA surname has maintained its presence in Mexico, particularly in the state of Sonora, where it has been closely tied to the region's history, culture, and development. While the name's exact origins and meaning may have evolved over time, its Mexican roots and association with notable individuals and events remain a significant part of its historical legacy.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Maytorena

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

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

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