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

Reveles, 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 Reveles surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Reveles in America

Reveles is the 7821st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Reveles surname appeared 4,233 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 1 people would have the surname Reveles.

We can also compare 2010 data for Reveles 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 Reveles

The surname Reveles originated from Spain, with the earliest records dating back to the 16th century. It is believed to have derived from the Spanish word "revelar," meaning "to reveal" or "to disclose." This surname may have been given to individuals who worked as informants or those who revealed secrets.

One of the earliest documented instances of the Reveles surname can be found in the Inquisition records of the Spanish Inquisition, where a certain Juan Reveles was mentioned in 1562. These records provide insight into the historical context and the challenges faced by those bearing this surname during that tumultuous period.

In the 17th century, the Reveles surname appeared in various parts of Spain, including Andalusia and Catalonia. One notable individual from this time was Diego Reveles, a painter born in Seville in 1623. His works can still be found in several churches and museums across Spain.

As the Spanish Empire expanded its reach, the Reveles surname spread to the Americas. In the 18th century, records show a Manuel Reveles living in Mexico City, where he worked as a silversmith and contributed to the city's flourishing artisan community.

Moving into the 19th century, the Reveles surname gained recognition in the literary world with the birth of Juan Reveles Zamora in 1850. He was a renowned Spanish poet and playwright, whose works explored themes of love, loss, and the human condition.

Another notable figure was María Reveles, a Mexican activist born in 1875. She played a crucial role in advocating for women's rights and educational reforms, leaving a lasting impact on the social and political landscape of her time.

Throughout its history, the Reveles surname has been carried by individuals from various walks of life, including artists, craftsmen, writers, and activists. While the name's origins may be shrouded in mystery, its presence across different eras and regions serves as a testament to the rich tapestry of human experiences woven into its fabric.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Reveles

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

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

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