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

Quino, 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 Quino surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Quino in America

Quino is the 45804th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Quino surname appeared 466 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 Quino.

We can also compare 2010 data for Quino 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 Quino

The surname QUINO is believed to have originated from Spain during the medieval period. It is likely derived from the Spanish word "quina," which means "quinine," a medicinal bark used to treat malaria. This suggests that the name may have been associated with those involved in the production or trade of this valuable commodity.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the QUINO surname can be found in the Libro de la Montería, a 14th-century manuscript detailing hunting expeditions and geographic locations in Spain. This document mentions a place called "Quintana del Quino," which could potentially be related to the surname's origins.

In the 16th century, there are records of a family named QUINO residing in the town of Segovia, located in central Spain. One notable member was Pedro QUINO (1525-1598), a renowned goldsmith and sculptor who contributed to the artistic embellishments of several churches and cathedrals in the region.

During the 17th century, the QUINO surname gained prominence in the Spanish colonial territories of the Americas. Juan QUINO (1620-1689) was a prominent landowner and cattle rancher in the Viceroyalty of New Spain (modern-day Mexico), known for his vast haciendas and successful business ventures.

In the 18th century, the QUINO name appeared in various parts of Europe, including France and Italy. Jacques QUINO (1742-1817) was a French military officer who served in the Napoleonic Wars and rose to the rank of General.

The 19th century saw the QUINO surname spread further across the globe, with individuals bearing the name making significant contributions in various fields. Julio QUINO (1856-1923) was an Argentine writer and journalist who played a crucial role in the development of the country's literary and cultural scene.

As the world entered the 20th century, the QUINO name continued to gain recognition. Joaquín QUINO (1932-2020) was an Argentine cartoonist and writer, best known for creating the iconic comic strip "Mafalda," which satirized social and political issues in Latin America.

Throughout history, the QUINO surname has been associated with individuals from diverse backgrounds and professions, ranging from artists and writers to military leaders and landowners. While the exact origins of the name may remain shrouded in mystery, its presence across multiple countries and centuries is a testament to its enduring legacy.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Quino

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

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

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