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

Pargas, 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 Pargas surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Pargas in America

Pargas is the 30538th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Pargas surname appeared 764 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 Pargas.

We can also compare 2010 data for Pargas 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 Pargas

The surname Pargas originated in Finland during the 16th century. It is believed to have derived from the Finnish word "pargasi," which means "seafarer" or "sailor." This suggests that the name may have been given to those who worked on ships or were involved in maritime activities.

The earliest recorded instances of the name Pargas can be found in historical records from the city of Pargas, located in the southwest region of Finland. This city, which dates back to the 13th century, was an important center for maritime trade and commerce, further reinforcing the connection between the surname and seafaring professions.

One of the earliest known bearers of the name Pargas was Jöns Pargas, a prominent merchant and shipowner who lived in the late 16th century. He was known for his successful trading ventures and his involvement in the local maritime community.

Another notable figure with the surname Pargas was Petter Pargas, a sea captain from the 17th century. Petter was renowned for his bravery and skill in navigating the treacherous waters of the Baltic Sea, and his name was often mentioned in contemporary accounts of sea voyages and naval battles.

In the 18th century, the Pargas family played a significant role in the development of the city of Pargas. One member, Anders Pargas, was a respected city councilor and landowner who worked to improve the city's infrastructure and promote economic growth.

The name Pargas has also been associated with several prominent Finnish artists and intellectuals throughout history. One such individual was Anna Pargas, a 19th-century writer and poet who was known for her lyrical works and contributions to Finnish literature.

Lastly, it is worth mentioning that the surname Pargas has been found in various historical records, including parish registers, tax records, and legal documents from the 16th to 19th centuries, further solidifying its place in Finnish history and heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Pargas

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

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

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