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

Osnaya, 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 Osnaya surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Osnaya in America

Osnaya is the 75317th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Osnaya surname appeared 256 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 Osnaya.

We can also compare 2010 data for Osnaya 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 Osnaya

The surname Osnaya originates from Spain, tracing its roots back to the 13th century. It is believed to have derived from the Spanish word "ozana," meaning "bravery" or "courage," suggesting the name may have initially been bestowed upon individuals who exhibited these qualities.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the "Libro de las Behetrías" (Book of Lordships) from the 14th century, a document that catalogued land ownership and taxation in the Kingdom of Castile. This reference indicates that the Osnaya family held property and influence in the region during that period.

In the 15th century, the Osnaya name appeared in the chronicles of Juan de Mena, a renowned Spanish poet and historian. He mentioned a notable figure named Alonso de Osnaya, who served as a military commander during the Reconquista, the centuries-long struggle to reclaim the Iberian Peninsula from Moorish rule.

The 16th century saw the birth of Diego de Osnaya (1510-1584), a Spanish clergyman and scholar who made significant contributions to the field of theology. His written works and teachings were widely respected and studied within the Catholic Church during his lifetime.

In the 17th century, a branch of the Osnaya family settled in the Americas, establishing themselves in what is now Mexico. One prominent figure from this lineage was Juana de Osnaya (1630-1702), a landowner and philanthropist known for her support of educational and charitable initiatives in the region.

The 18th century brought forth Martín de Osnaya (1745-1815), a prominent military leader who played a crucial role in the Mexican War of Independence. His tactical prowess and leadership during this conflict earned him recognition and respect among his contemporaries.

As the centuries progressed, the Osnaya surname continued to be associated with individuals of notable accomplishments in various fields, further solidifying its place in the annals of Spanish and Mexican history.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Osnaya

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

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

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