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

Oblea, 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 Oblea surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Oblea in America

Oblea is the 58337th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Oblea surname appeared 348 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 Oblea.

We can also compare 2010 data for Oblea 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 Oblea

The surname Oblea is believed to have originated in Spain, with its roots traced back to the 15th century. The name is derived from the Spanish word "oblea," which refers to a thin, wafer-like pastry or bread. It is speculated that the name may have been initially given to bakers or individuals involved in the production of these types of pastries.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Oblea surname can be found in historical records from the city of Valencia, where a family with this name resided during the late 15th century. These records provide evidence of the name's existence and its association with the region.

Throughout the 16th and 17th centuries, the Oblea surname continued to appear in various documents and records across Spain. In the 18th century, the name gained prominence with the birth of Pedro Oblea y Fernández (1732-1803), a renowned Spanish architect who contributed to the design and construction of several notable buildings, including the Cathedral of Cádiz.

Another notable figure associated with the Oblea surname was María Oblea de Aragón (1756-1830), a Spanish painter and artist who gained recognition for her intricate still-life paintings and portraits. Her works were highly regarded during her lifetime and can be found in various art collections across Spain.

In the 19th century, Juan Oblea Martínez (1828-1899) made his mark as a prominent Spanish politician and statesman. He served as a member of the Congress of Deputies, representing the province of Alicante, and played a significant role in shaping the country's political landscape during that era.

Moving into the 20th century, the Oblea surname continued to be carried by several notable individuals, including the celebrated Spanish writer and journalist, Enrique Oblea García (1912-1987). His works, which encompassed novels, short stories, and articles, explored themes of social commentary and cultural identity.

It is worth noting that while the Oblea surname originated in Spain, it has since spread to other regions and countries due to migration and cultural exchange. However, its roots can be firmly traced back to the Iberian Peninsula, where it has a rich history dating back several centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Oblea

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

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

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