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

Rebaza, 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 Rebaza surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Rebaza in America

Rebaza is the 104156th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Rebaza surname appeared 172 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 Rebaza.

The history of the last name Rebaza

The surname Rebaza is believed to have originated in Peru, South America, during the colonial period when the Spanish conquistadors arrived in the region. It is thought to be derived from a Quechua or Aymara indigenous name or word, possibly related to a geographic feature or a personal characteristic.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the Rebaza name can be found in the archives of the Spanish colonial administration in Peru, dating back to the late 16th century. These documents often recorded the names of indigenous people who were granted land or involved in legal disputes with the Spanish authorities.

In the 17th and 18th centuries, the Rebaza name appeared in various historical records and manuscripts, including parish registers, land deeds, and court proceedings. Some notable individuals from this time period include Juan Rebaza (1628-1695), a prominent landowner and member of the local elite in the city of Arequipa, and María Rebaza (1704-1778), who was involved in a legal battle over property rights in the Cusco region.

As the centuries passed, the Rebaza surname spread across Peru and other parts of South America, with some members of the family achieving notable positions in society. For example, Ramón Rebaza (1810-1886) was a prominent politician and diplomat who served as the Minister of Foreign Affairs for Peru in the mid-19th century.

In the 20th century, several individuals with the Rebaza surname made significant contributions in various fields. José Rebaza Carpio (1902-1978) was a renowned Peruvian writer and journalist, known for his works exploring social and cultural themes. Alfredo Rebaza Acosta (1926-2010) was a respected architect and urban planner who played a key role in the development of modern cities in Peru.

Another notable figure was Rebaza Martell (1919-2002), a Peruvian businessman and philanthropist who founded several successful companies and supported various charitable causes throughout his life. Additionally, María Rebaza de la Puente (1930-2015) was a respected educator and advocate for women's rights, who worked tirelessly to improve educational opportunities for underprivileged communities in Peru.

While the Rebaza surname is most prevalent in Peru, it can also be found in other Latin American countries and among communities of Peruvian descent around the world, reflecting the migration patterns and cultural diffusion of the past centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Rebaza

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

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

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