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

Palacios, 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 Palacios surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Palacios in America

Palacios is the 101737th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Palacios surname appeared 177 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 Palacios.

We can also compare 2010 data for Palacios 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 Palacios

The surname Palasios is of Spanish origin, with roots tracing back to the medieval period of the Iberian Peninsula. It is believed to be a toponymic name, derived from a place name or location. One plausible theory suggests that the name originated from the Spanish word "palacio," which means "palace" or "mansion," indicating that the earliest bearers of this surname may have lived near or been associated with a prominent residence or estate.

In the early records of Spain, variations of the spelling, such as "Palacios" and "Palacios de la Vega," can be found. These spellings provide clues to the name's evolution and potential geographic ties. The inclusion of "de la Vega" (meaning "of the meadow" or "of the valley") suggests a connection to a specific region or locale.

One notable early bearer of the Palasios name was Rodrigo de Palacios, a Spanish nobleman and military commander who lived in the 15th century. He served under King Juan II of Castile and played a significant role in the conquest of Granada, the last Moorish stronghold in Spain.

Another historical figure with this surname was Diego de Palacios, a Spanish explorer and conquistador who accompanied Hernán Cortés on his expedition to Mexico in the early 16th century. De Palacios was among the first Europeans to witness the grandeur of the Aztec civilization and participated in the conquest of Tenochtitlan (present-day Mexico City).

In the realm of literature, Juan de Palafox y Mendoza (1600-1659), a Spanish bishop and writer, stands out as a prominent figure associated with the Palasios surname. He served as the Bishop of Puebla de los Ángeles in New Spain (now Mexico) and produced several influential works, including treatises on religious and moral topics.

Another notable individual was Miguel de Palacio (1502-1581), a Spanish humanist and writer who served as a secretary to Emperor Charles V. His literary works, including translations and commentaries on classical texts, contributed to the Renaissance movement in Spain.

The name Palasios has also been documented in various historical records and manuscripts from Spain, such as church registers, land grants, and legal documents, further attesting to its widespread use and significance throughout the centuries.

While the surname Palasios may have evolved and taken on different spellings over time, its origins can be traced back to the rich cultural and historical tapestry of the Iberian Peninsula, reflecting the diverse influences and narratives that have shaped Spanish society.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Palacios

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

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

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