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

Pincay, 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 Pincay surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Pincay in America

Pincay is the 70403rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Pincay surname appeared 278 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 Pincay.

We can also compare 2010 data for Pincay 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 Pincay

The surname Pincay is believed to have originated in Spain, likely in the region of Andalusia, during the Middle Ages. It is thought to be derived from the Spanish word "pincar," which means "to prick" or "to pierce," suggesting a possible connection to an occupation or trade involving needle work or leatherworking.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Pincay surname can be found in the Repartimiento de Sevilla, a document dating back to the 13th century that recorded the distribution of land and properties in Seville after the city's reconquest by the Christian kingdoms. This document mentions individuals with the surname Pincay, indicating their presence in the region during that time period.

In the 16th century, records from the town of Écija in Seville province mention a family with the surname Pincay, suggesting that the name had established roots in the area. Additionally, historical documents from the Kingdom of Aragon, which included parts of modern-day Spain and France, also contain references to individuals bearing the Pincay surname.

One notable individual with the Pincay surname was Diego Pincay, a Spanish explorer and navigator who participated in the conquest of the Philippines in the late 16th century. He was born in Seville around 1550 and played a significant role in the colonization efforts of the Spanish East Indies.

Another figure of historical importance was Juan Pincay, a prominent merchant and landowner who lived in Seville during the 17th century. He was involved in the flourishing trade between Spain and its colonies in the Americas, amassing considerable wealth and influence in the region.

In the 18th century, the Pincay surname appeared in records from the town of Carmona, located in the province of Seville. One notable individual from this era was María Pincay, a renowned painter and artist who was active in the cultural circles of Seville during the late 1700s.

Moving into the 19th century, Manuel Pincay, a Spanish military officer and politician, gained recognition for his involvement in the Peninsular War against the French invasion of Spain. He was born in Cádiz in 1785 and played a crucial role in the defense of the city during the conflict.

Throughout these centuries, the Pincay surname has maintained its presence in various regions of Spain, particularly in Andalusia, where it is believed to have originated. While the name may have evolved or been adapted over time, its roots can be traced back to the medieval period in the Iberian Peninsula.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Pincay

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

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

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