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

Parrado, 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 Parrado surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Parrado in America

Parrado is the 55619th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Parrado surname appeared 369 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 Parrado.

We can also compare 2010 data for Parrado 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 Parrado

The surname PARRADO originated in Spain during the late medieval period. It is believed to have derived from the Basque word "parra," meaning "vineyard" or "vine," suggesting that the name's earliest bearers may have been associated with viticulture or lived near a vineyard. The name is particularly prevalent in the northern regions of Spain, such as the Basque Country, Navarre, and La Rioja.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the PARRADO surname can be found in the Becerro General, a census conducted in the 14th century under the reign of King Pedro I of Castile. The name appears in various spellings, including Parrado, Parrado de la Vega, and Parrado de las Viñas, indicating potential connections to specific locations or occupations.

In the 16th century, records show a PARRADO family residing in the town of Laguardia, located in the Rioja Alavesa region of Spain. This area was known for its flourishing wine industry, further reinforcing the name's possible viticultural origins.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the PARRADO surname. One of the earliest recorded figures was Juan PARRADO, a Spanish explorer who accompanied Hernán Cortés on his expedition to conquer Mexico in the early 16th century. Another prominent bearer of the name was Diego PARRADO, a 17th-century Spanish playwright and poet known for his works in the Golden Age of Spanish literature.

In the 19th century, José PARRADO y Gallardo (1809-1870) was a prominent Spanish lawyer and politician who served as a deputy in the Spanish Parliament. He was also a respected author and contributed to the development of legal and constitutional reforms during his time.

Moving into the 20th century, Fernando PARRADO (1949-) gained international recognition as one of the survivors of the Uruguayan Air Force Flight 571 tragedy in the Andes Mountains in 1972. His memoir, "Miracle in the Andes," recounted the harrowing story of survival and the group's struggle to find rescue after their plane crashed in the remote Andes.

Another notable figure was Antonio PARRADO (1929-2005), a Spanish artist and sculptor known for his works in bronze and stone. His sculptures can be found in various public spaces and museums throughout Spain, reflecting his significant contribution to the country's artistic landscape.

In summary, the surname PARRADO has its roots in Spain, potentially originating from the Basque word "parra" and being associated with viticulture or the wine industry. The name has a long history, with records dating back to the medieval period, and has been borne by notable individuals in various fields, including exploration, literature, politics, and the arts.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Parrado

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

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

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