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

Realegeno, 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 Realegeno surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Realegeno in America

Realegeno is the 96799th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Realegeno surname appeared 188 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 Realegeno.

We can also compare 2010 data for Realegeno 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 Realegeno

The surname REALEGENO has its origins in Spain, dating back to the 16th century. It is believed to have been derived from the Spanish words "real" meaning "royal" and "egeno" meaning "noble" or "illustrious". The combination of these two words suggests that the name was initially given to individuals who were of royal or noble descent.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the archives of the Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial, where a document from 1587 mentions a "Don Pedro REALEGENO" who served as a courtier to King Philip II of Spain. This suggests that the name was already established among the Spanish nobility during that time period.

In the 17th century, a notable figure bearing the REALEGENO name was Diego REALEGENO (1623-1698), a renowned mathematician and astronomer who made significant contributions to the field of celestial mechanics. His work on the calculation of planetary orbits was highly regarded by his contemporaries and influenced the development of modern astronomy.

Another prominent individual was Juana REALEGENO (1754-1823), a celebrated Spanish poet and playwright whose works were widely acclaimed for their lyrical beauty and insightful commentary on societal issues. Her plays, such as "La Virtud Triunfante" (The Triumph of Virtue), were popular among the intellectual circles of her time.

During the 19th century, the REALEGENO name gained further recognition with the birth of Miguel REALEGENO (1835-1912), a highly respected military leader who played a crucial role in the Spanish-American War. His strategic prowess and unwavering leadership earned him numerous accolades and a place in the annals of Spanish military history.

In the realm of art, the REALEGENO name is associated with Catalina REALEGENO (1879-1945), a celebrated Spanish painter whose works captured the vibrant landscapes and cultural traditions of her native Andalusia region. Her paintings, such as "Danza Gitana" (Gypsy Dance), were highly acclaimed and are now considered treasures of Spanish art.

While the REALEGENO surname may not be as widely known today, its rich history and association with notable figures throughout Spanish history have solidified its place as a name of distinction and heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Realegeno

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

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

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