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

Pedroso, 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 Pedroso surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Pedroso in America

Pedroso is the 26471st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Pedroso surname appeared 922 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 Pedroso.

We can also compare 2010 data for Pedroso 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 Pedroso

The surname Pedroso originated in Portugal, with roots dating back to the Middle Ages. It is derived from the Latin word "petra," meaning stone or rock, and the Portuguese suffix "-oso," indicating abundance or possession. Thus, the name Pedroso can be interpreted as "one who possesses rocks" or "one from the rocky area."

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname Pedroso can be found in the "Livro Velho de Linhagens" (The Old Book of Lineages), a Portuguese genealogical record dating back to the 13th century. This document mentions individuals bearing the name Pedroso, indicating their presence in the region during that time.

In the 15th century, the Pedroso family played a significant role in the Portuguese Age of Discovery. Álvaro Pedroso, born around 1430, was a renowned navigator and explorer who accompanied Pedro Álvares Cabral on his voyage to Brazil in 1500. His contributions to the exploration and mapping of the Brazilian coast were noteworthy.

The surname Pedroso is also associated with various place names in Portugal. For instance, the village of Pedroso, located in the municipality of Vila Nova de Gaia, is believed to have derived its name from the surname. This suggests that the Pedroso family may have held influence or owned lands in that area.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the surname Pedroso. One such figure was João Pedroso (1542-1618), a Portuguese Jesuit priest and missionary who served in Brazil and played a crucial role in the evangelization efforts among the indigenous populations.

Another prominent bearer of the name was Luís Pedroso (1866-1938), a renowned Portuguese writer, journalist, and politician. He was a prominent figure in the Republicanism movement and served as the Minister of Finance in the early years of the Portuguese Republic.

In the realm of sports, José Pedroso (1938-2010) was a notable figure. He was a Portuguese football player and manager who represented the national team and had a successful career with several clubs, including Sporting CP and Benfica.

The surname Pedroso has also been carried by individuals in other parts of the world, likely through migration and diaspora. For instance, Manuel Pedroso (1898-1973) was a Cuban poet, journalist, and diplomat who made significant contributions to the literary and cultural scene of his time.

Overall, the surname Pedroso has a rich history rooted in the Portuguese language and culture, reflecting the rocky landscapes and settlements associated with its bearers. Throughout the centuries, individuals bearing this name have left their mark across various fields, from exploration and navigation to literature, politics, and sports.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Pedroso

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

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

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