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

Mexquititla, 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 Mexquititla surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Mexquititla in America

Mexquititla is the 110286th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Mexquititla surname appeared 160 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 Mexquititla.

The history of the last name Mexquititla

The surname Mexquititla originates from Mexico, with its roots tracing back to the Nahuatl language spoken by the Aztecs and other indigenous groups in the region. The name is believed to have emerged during the pre-Columbian era, prior to the Spanish conquest of the Aztec Empire in the 16th century.

Mexquititla is a combination of two Nahuatl words: "metztli," meaning moon or month, and "quititl," which refers to a small ball or sphere. Together, these elements suggest a connection to astronomy or celestial bodies, possibly indicating that the name was originally bestowed upon individuals with a spiritual or astronomical role within their community.

Early records of the Mexquititla surname are scarce, as written documentation was limited in pre-Columbian Mesoamerican civilizations. However, some historical references suggest that individuals bearing this name may have held positions of significance within Aztec society, potentially serving as astronomers, priests, or advisors to the ruling class.

One of the earliest documented individuals with the surname Mexquititla was Cuauhtémoc Mexquititla, a renowned Aztec warrior and leader who defended Tenochtitlan, the capital of the Aztec Empire, against the Spanish conquistadors in the early 16th century. Though ultimately defeated, Cuauhtémoc's bravery and resistance against the Spanish invaders have made him a symbol of Mexican pride and resilience.

In the centuries following the Spanish conquest, the Mexquititla surname persisted among the descendants of indigenous Mesoamerican communities. Notable figures include:

1. Hernán Mexquititla (c. 1570-1640), a skilled artisan and sculptor who contributed to the construction of several notable churches and buildings in colonial-era Mexico City.

2. María Mexquititla (c. 1620-1685), a respected healer and midwife renowned for her extensive knowledge of traditional Mesoamerican medicinal practices.

3. Diego Mexquititla (c. 1710-1780), a renowned poet and playwright who wrote extensively in both Nahuatl and Spanish, preserving elements of pre-Columbian literature and folklore.

4. Juana Mexquititla (c. 1810-1870), a prominent activist and advocate for indigenous rights during the turbulent period of Mexico's struggle for independence from Spanish rule.

5. Enrique Mexquititla (1865-1938), a pioneering archaeologist and anthropologist who dedicated his life to the study and preservation of Aztec and Mayan cultural heritage.

While the Mexquititla surname is relatively uncommon in modern times, it remains a testament to the rich cultural legacy of Mexico's indigenous roots, with its origins deeply intertwined with the astronomical and spiritual traditions of the Aztec civilization.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Mexquititla

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

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

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