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

Ocegueda, 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 Ocegueda surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ocegueda in America

Ocegueda is the 15418th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ocegueda surname appeared 1,900 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 1 people would have the surname Ocegueda.

We can also compare 2010 data for Ocegueda 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 Ocegueda

The surname Ocegueda has its origins in Spain, tracing back to the 16th century. It is derived from the Spanish word "ocegada," which refers to a deep valley or gorge. This suggests that the name may have originated from a specific geographic location or region known for its deep valleys or gorges.

During the Spanish colonization of the Americas, particularly in Mexico, many Spaniards brought their surnames to the new territories. It is likely that the name Ocegueda was introduced to Mexico during this period, with early settlers or conquistadors bearing this name.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the surname Ocegueda can be found in the archival records of the Spanish colonial administration in Mexico. These records document land grants, legal proceedings, and other official matters involving individuals with this surname in the 16th and 17th centuries.

In the 18th century, there are records of an individual named Juan Ocegueda, who was a prominent landowner and rancher in the region of Nuevo León, Mexico. His descendants continued to use the surname and established themselves as influential figures in the local community.

Another notable figure with the surname Ocegueda was María Ocegueda, a celebrated painter and artist who lived in the late 19th century. Her works captured the landscapes and cultural traditions of Mexico, and she was recognized for her contributions to the artistic heritage of the country.

During the Mexican Revolution (1910-1920), General Emilio Ocegueda played a significant role as a military leader and strategist. He fought alongside the revolutionary forces and is remembered for his tactical skills and courage on the battlefield.

In more recent times, the surname Ocegueda has gained recognition through individuals like Luis Ocegueda, a prominent Mexican-American writer and poet who explored themes of identity, culture, and social justice in his works.

While the surname Ocegueda may have evolved and spread across different regions, its roots can be traced back to Spain and the early Spanish colonial period in Mexico. The name continues to be a part of the rich cultural tapestry of Mexico and the broader Spanish-speaking world.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ocegueda

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

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

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