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

Oller, 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 Oller surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Oller in America

Oller is the 11283rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Oller surname appeared 2,800 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 Oller.

We can also compare 2010 data for Oller 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 Oller

The surname Oller originated in Spain and can be traced back to the 11th century. It is believed to have derived from the Spanish word "ollero," which means potter or maker of earthenware vessels. The earliest known records of the name date back to the region of Aragon, where it was common among potters and ceramicists.

During the Middle Ages, the Oller family established themselves as skilled artisans, crafting pottery and ceramics for noble households and religious institutions. Their wares were highly prized for their quality and intricate designs. The name appears in several medieval documents, including the records of the Kingdom of Aragon from the 13th century.

One notable figure bearing the Oller surname was Juan Oller, a renowned potter from the city of Valencia in the 15th century. His exquisite ceramic works were celebrated throughout the region, and some of his pieces can still be found in museums and private collections today.

As the Oller family spread across Spain and into neighboring regions, the name underwent variations in spelling, including Ollero, Olleros, and Ollers. These variations often reflected regional dialects and cultural influences.

In the 16th century, the Oller surname gained prominence in Catalonia, where a branch of the family became influential landowners and patrons of the arts. Miquel Oller y Rabassa (1679-1754), a wealthy merchant and philanthropist from Barcelona, was a significant figure of his time and contributed greatly to the city's cultural and economic development.

Another notable individual was José Oller y Ramos (1839-1908), a Puerto Rican painter and artist widely regarded as one of the founders of the Impressionist movement in the Caribbean. His vibrant landscapes and depictions of Puerto Rican life garnered international acclaim.

The Oller surname also found its way to the Americas during the Spanish colonial era, with families settling in regions such as Mexico, Argentina, and Chile. One prominent figure was Narciso Oller y Martí (1846-1930), a Puerto Rican novelist and writer who is considered a pioneer of the Realist literary movement in Latin American literature.

Throughout its rich history, the Oller surname has been carried by artists, craftsmen, merchants, and intellectuals, leaving an indelible mark on the cultural landscapes of Spain, Latin America, and beyond.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Oller

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

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

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