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

Mustelier, 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 Mustelier surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Mustelier in America

Mustelier is the 102688th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Mustelier surname appeared 175 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 Mustelier.

We can also compare 2010 data for Mustelier 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 Mustelier

The surname Mustelier is believed to have originated in Spain, with its roots dating back to the medieval period. It is likely derived from the Spanish word "mustel," which means "weasel" or "stoat." This connection suggests that the name may have been initially used as a nickname or a descriptive surname for someone who exhibited characteristics similar to these small, agile mammals.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Mustelier surname can be found in the Libro de la Montería, a 14th-century hunting treatise commissioned by King Alfonso XI of Castile. This manuscript mentions a certain Pero Mustelier, who was a renowned huntsman during that era.

In the 16th century, historical records show that a family bearing the Mustelier name settled in the region of Andalusia, particularly in the city of Seville. It is possible that the name may have originated from a place name or a geographical location associated with weasels or stoats.

During the 17th century, a notable figure with the Mustelier surname was Juan Mustelier (1602-1678), a Spanish painter known for his religious works and portraits. His paintings can be found in various churches and museums throughout Spain.

Another prominent individual with this surname was Diego Mustelier (1724-1794), a Spanish military officer who served in the Spanish Army during the 18th century. He participated in several campaigns and battles, including the Siege of Gibraltar.

In the 19th century, the Mustelier name gained recognition with the birth of José Mustelier (1842-1912), a Cuban poet and writer. He was celebrated for his contributions to the literary world and his works were widely published during his lifetime.

Over the centuries, variations of the Mustelier surname have emerged, such as Mustelier, Musteliere, and Mustelera. These variations may have been influenced by regional dialects or spelling preferences in different parts of Spain and Latin America.

It is worth noting that while the Mustelier surname is relatively uncommon, it has left its mark on various historical records and individuals throughout the centuries, particularly in Spain and Latin American countries with Spanish colonial influences.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Mustelier

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

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

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