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

Membrila, 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 Membrila surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Membrila in America

Membrila is the 77788th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Membrila surname appeared 246 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 Membrila.

We can also compare 2010 data for Membrila 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 Membrila

The surname MEMBRILA is believed to have originated in Spain during the medieval period, specifically in the region of Castile-La Mancha. The earliest known records of this surname can be traced back to the 13th century, when it was likely derived from the Spanish word "membrillo," meaning quince fruit.

In those times, it was common for surnames to be based on occupations, locations, or physical attributes, and MEMBRILA may have been initially associated with individuals involved in the cultivation or trade of quince fruits. Some historical documents suggest that the name was also linked to specific villages or towns where quince orchards were prevalent.

One notable individual bearing the MEMBRILA surname was Diego de MEMBRILA, a renowned scholar and theologian who lived in the late 15th century (c. 1440-1510). He served as a professor at the University of Salamanca and was highly respected for his contributions to the field of theology and philosophy.

Another prominent figure was Alonso de MEMBRILA, a 16th-century Spanish grammarian (c. 1490-1555) who authored several works on Latin grammar and syntax, which were widely used in educational institutions throughout Spain and its colonies during that era.

In the 17th century, Juan de MEMBRILA (c. 1610-1678) gained recognition as a skilled architect responsible for designing several notable churches and public buildings in various cities across Spain, including the renowned Church of San Miguel in Zaragoza.

The MEMBRILA surname also appears in historical records from the 18th century, such as the birth and baptismal records of Maria Antonia MEMBRILA (1725-1801), a noble woman from the city of Cuenca who was known for her philanthropic endeavors and support of local charities.

Furthermore, in the 19th century, the name MEMBRILA was associated with prominent military figures, including General Francisco MEMBRILA (1810-1892), who played a significant role in the Carlist Wars, a series of civil wars that occurred in Spain during that period.

While the surname MEMBRILA may have originated from a specific region or occupation, it eventually spread throughout Spain and beyond, with individuals bearing this name making their mark in various fields throughout history. However, it remains a relatively uncommon surname, particularly outside of Spain and its former colonies.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Membrila

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

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

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