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

Pampena, 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 Pampena surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Pampena in America

Pampena is the 84463rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Pampena surname appeared 222 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 Pampena.

We can also compare 2010 data for Pampena 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 Pampena

The surname PAMPENA is believed to have originated in Spain, specifically in the region of Castilla-La Mancha. It likely arose sometime during the medieval period, although its exact origins are uncertain. Some scholars suggest that the name may be derived from the Spanish word "pampano," which refers to a type of fish found in the Mediterranean Sea.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the PAMPENA surname can be found in a 14th-century document from the town of Ciudad Real, where a certain Juan PAMPENA is mentioned as a landowner. This document provides an important glimpse into the early history of the name and its geographical roots in the region of La Mancha.

Another notable historical figure bearing the PAMPENA name was Inés PAMPENA, a nun who lived in the 16th century and was known for her charitable work in the city of Toledo. Inés PAMPENA (born circa 1520 - died 1598) was recognized for her dedication to helping the poor and establishing a convent that provided shelter and education for underprivileged girls.

In the 17th century, a prominent PAMPENA family resided in the town of Almagro, where they were influential landowners and played a role in local politics. One member of this family, Diego PAMPENA (born 1612 - died 1683), served as a magistrate and was renowned for his fair and impartial judgments.

During the 18th century, the PAMPENA name gained further recognition with the birth of Miguel PAMPENA (1744 - 1812), a renowned painter whose works adorned many churches and palaces in Spain. His masterpiece, "The Adoration of the Magi," can still be admired in the Cathedral of Seville.

In the 19th century, the PAMPENA surname was carried across the Atlantic by Spanish immigrants to the Americas, where it took root in various countries, including Mexico and Argentina. One notable figure from this era was Mariano PAMPENA (1822 - 1891), a Mexican military officer who fought in the Mexican-American War and later became a respected statesman and diplomat.

Throughout its history, the PAMPENA surname has been associated with various professions, from landowners and artists to religious figures and military leaders. While its origins may be shrouded in mystery, the name has left an indelible mark across centuries and continents, reflecting the rich cultural heritage of Spain and its diaspora.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Pampena

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

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

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