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

Menjares, 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 Menjares surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Menjares in America

Menjares is the 103655th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Menjares surname appeared 173 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 Menjares.

We can also compare 2010 data for Menjares 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 Menjares

The surname MENJARES is believed to have originated in Spain, likely during the medieval period. It is thought to be derived from the Spanish word "menjar," which means "to eat" or "to consume." This suggests that the name may have been used to identify individuals who worked in professions related to food preparation or the culinary arts, such as bakers, cooks, or purveyors of food.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the MENJARES surname can be traced back to the 13th century in the region of Catalonia, where it appeared in various medieval documents and records. It is possible that the name was initially associated with a specific location or village, as many surnames during this period were derived from place names.

In the 15th century, a notable figure bearing the MENJARES surname was Juan Menjares, a renowned chef who served in the court of King Ferdinand II of Aragon. His culinary skills and reputation were highly regarded, and his name was documented in several historical accounts of the time.

During the 16th century, the MENJARES surname gained further prominence with the rise of Pedro Menjares (1502-1578), a celebrated baker and pastry chef who was renowned for his intricate and delectable creations. His bakery in Seville was a popular destination for nobility and commoners alike.

In the 17th century, the MENJARES name was associated with Miguel Menjares (1620-1695), a prominent winemaker from the region of La Rioja. His vineyards produced exceptional wines that were highly sought after, and his name became synonymous with quality and craftsmanship in the art of winemaking.

Another notable figure with the MENJARES surname was María Menjares (1745-1819), a renowned chef and author of one of the earliest Spanish cookbooks, "El Libro de Cocina de María Menjares." Her book documented traditional Spanish recipes and culinary techniques, making it an invaluable resource for preserving the country's culinary heritage.

Throughout the centuries, the MENJARES surname has maintained its association with the culinary arts and food-related professions, although its bearers have also ventured into various other fields and occupations. The name continues to be prevalent in Spain and across the Spanish-speaking world, carrying with it a rich history and cultural significance.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Menjares

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

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

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