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

Pescador, 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 Pescador surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Pescador in America

Pescador is the 30665th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Pescador surname appeared 760 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 Pescador.

We can also compare 2010 data for Pescador 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 Pescador

The surname Pescador has its origins in Spain and Portugal, deriving from the Latin word "piscator" which means "fisherman". It emerged as an occupational surname, initially given to those who worked as fishermen or in professions related to fishing.

During the Middle Ages, the coastal regions of Spain and Portugal were renowned for their thriving fishing industries, and many families adopted the surname Pescador to reflect their livelihood. The earliest recorded instances of the name date back to the 13th and 14th centuries, appearing in various historical documents and records.

One notable mention of the surname Pescador can be found in the "Libro de las Behetrías" (Book of Behetrías), a 14th-century Castilian manuscript that documented land ownership and taxation. This manuscript contains references to individuals bearing the surname Pescador, indicating their presence in the region at that time.

Throughout history, several individuals with the surname Pescador have left their mark. Juan Pescador (1528-1589), a Spanish explorer and navigator, accompanied the expedition of Álvaro de Mendaña to the Solomon Islands in the late 16th century. His accounts of the voyage provided valuable insights into the exploration of the Pacific Ocean.

Another notable figure was Pedro Pescador (1672-1748), a renowned Spanish architect and engineer who designed various churches, fortifications, and public works in Spain and its colonies. His most celebrated work is the Puente Nuevo (New Bridge) in Ronda, a remarkable feat of engineering that spans the deep El Tajo gorge.

In Portugal, the surname Pescador was also prominent, with Diogo Pescador (1450-1512) being a notable figure. He was a skilled shipbuilder and naval architect who contributed significantly to the development of Portuguese shipbuilding during the Age of Discovery.

The surname Pescador has also been associated with literary figures, such as Antón Pescador (1790-1854), a Spanish poet and playwright from Galicia, known for his works that captured the essence of rural life and traditions.

Additionally, Benito Pescador (1892-1962), a Mexican artist and muralist, gained recognition for his vibrant murals depicting scenes from Mexican history and culture. His works adorned various public buildings and institutions throughout Mexico.

While the surname Pescador originated from an occupational background, it has since transcended its original meaning and become a part of the cultural fabric of Spain, Portugal, and their former colonies, reflecting the rich maritime heritage and traditions of these regions.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Pescador

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

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

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