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

Nucamendi, 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 Nucamendi surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Nucamendi in America

Nucamendi is the 131379th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Nucamendi surname appeared 129 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 Nucamendi.

The history of the last name Nucamendi

The surname NUCAMENDI has its origins in the Basque region of northern Spain and southern France, dating back to the early medieval period. It is believed to be derived from the Basque words "nuka" meaning "walnut tree" and "mendi" meaning "mountain," potentially referring to a person or family residing near a walnut tree-covered mountain.

The earliest known record of the NUCAMENDI surname can be traced back to a 12th-century manuscript from the region, where a landowner named Juan NUCAMENDI was mentioned. This suggests that the name was already established in the area during that time period.

In the 13th century, a notable figure named Inigo NUCAMENDI was a prominent trader and merchant in the town of Bayonne, France, which had strong ties to the Basque community. He was known for his successful business ventures and his involvement in local affairs.

During the 15th century, a family bearing the NUCAMENDI name owned a small estate in the village of Ainhoa, located in the Basque province of Labourd. This estate was known as the "Maison NUCAMENDI," and it remained in the family's possession for several generations.

In the 16th century, a scholar and writer named Miguel NUCAMENDI gained recognition for his works on Basque culture and language. He was born in 1532 in the town of Hendaye and spent much of his life documenting the traditions and customs of the Basque people.

Another noteworthy individual with the NUCAMENDI surname was Ignacio NUCAMENDI, a military officer who served in the Spanish army during the 17th century. He was involved in several campaigns against the French forces and was known for his bravery and leadership on the battlefield.

Throughout history, the NUCAMENDI surname has maintained its presence in the Basque region, with many families carrying on the name and its cultural significance. While the name may have evolved slightly in spelling or pronunciation over the centuries, its origins can be traced back to the mountainous landscapes and walnut groves of northern Spain and southern France.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Nucamendi

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

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

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