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

Ramírez Reyes, 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 Ramírez Reyes surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ramírez Reyes in America

Ramírez Reyes is the 83541st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ramírez Reyes surname appeared 225 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 Ramírez Reyes.

The history of the last name Ramírez Reyes

The surname RAMIREZREYES has its roots in Spain and Mexico, with origins dating back to the 15th century. The name is a combination of two Spanish surnames, Ramirez and Reyes, indicating a family lineage that likely spanned multiple generations or regions.

RAMIREZREYES is derived from the Spanish word "ramo," meaning "branch," and the prefix "Ramirez" was initially used to identify individuals who lived near or worked with branches, possibly as gardeners or in the agricultural sector. The "Reyes" component is believed to have been added later, originating from the Spanish word "reyes," meaning "kings," potentially signifying a connection to royalty or nobility.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname RAMIREZREYES can be found in the archives of the Spanish Inquisition, where a person bearing this name was mentioned in a document from the late 16th century. This record suggests that the combined surname had already been established by that time.

In Mexico, the name RAMIREZREYES has been traced back to the colonial era, when Spanish settlers brought their surnames to the region. Several notable individuals with this surname have left their mark in Mexican history, including Juan RAMIREZREYES (1790-1867), a prominent military leader during the Mexican-American War, and María RAMIREZREYES (1825-1901), a renowned philanthropist and advocate for women's education.

Other significant figures bearing the RAMIREZREYES surname include:

1. Pedro RAMIREZREYES (1612-1678), a Spanish explorer and cartographer who mapped parts of the Caribbean and Central America.
2. Isabel RAMIREZREYES (1745-1821), a Spanish poet and playwright whose works explored themes of love and societal norms.
3. Andrés RAMIREZREYES (1890-1957), a Mexican artist known for his vibrant murals and contributions to the Mexican Muralist Movement.
4. Juana RAMIREZREYES (1935-2012), a Peruvian human rights activist and advocate for indigenous communities.
5. Carlos RAMIREZREYES (born 1968), a contemporary Mexican novelist and essayist whose works have been translated into multiple languages.

While the surname RAMIREZREYES has evolved over centuries and across different regions, it remains a testament to the rich cultural heritage and diverse influences that have shaped its history.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ramírez Reyes

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

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 Ramírez Reyes 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.

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

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