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

Reynoso, 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 Reynoso surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Reynoso in America

Reynoso is the 1554th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Reynoso surname appeared 23,143 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 8 people would have the surname Reynoso.

We can also compare 2010 data for Reynoso 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 Reynoso

The surname Reynoso is of Spanish origin, tracing its roots back to the medieval period in Spain. It is derived from the Spanish word "reyno," meaning "kingdom," and the suffix "-oso," which suggests an abundance or association. This combination translates to "belonging to the kingdom" or "related to the realm."

The earliest known records of the Reynoso surname can be found in various historical documents from the 13th century, primarily in regions such as Castile, Andalusia, and Extremadura. These areas were once part of the Kingdom of Castile and played a significant role in the Reconquista, the protracted struggle to reclaim the Iberian Peninsula from Moorish rule.

During the 14th century, several notable individuals bearing the Reynoso surname made their mark in Spanish history. One such figure was Juan Reynoso, a prominent military commander who fought alongside King Alfonso XI during the Siege of Gibraltar in 1333-1334. His bravery and strategic acumen earned him recognition and land grants.

Another historical figure was Pedro Reynoso, a scholar and diplomat who served as an ambassador for the Crown of Castile in the 15th century. He is mentioned in various diplomatic correspondences and treaties of the time, including those related to the marriage of Princess Isabella of Castile and Ferdinand of Aragon, which ultimately led to the unification of Spain.

In the 16th century, the Reynoso name gained further prominence with the exploits of Hernán Cortés's lieutenant, Diego de Reynoso. Born in 1480 in Extremadura, he accompanied Cortés on his expedition to Mexico and played a crucial role in the conquest of the Aztec Empire.

As the Spanish Empire expanded across the Americas, the Reynoso surname spread to various colonies and territories. One notable figure from this era was Juan Manuel Reynoso, a criollo (Spanish-American) who served as the Governor of Panama in the late 17th century.

In the realm of literature, the Reynoso surname is associated with the 19th-century Spanish novelist and playwright, Enrique Gaspar y Rimbau Reynoso. Born in 1842 in Madrid, he is renowned for his works that depicted the social and political realities of his time.

Throughout history, the Reynoso surname has been linked to various illustrious individuals, from military leaders and diplomats to writers and colonial administrators. While its origins can be traced back to medieval Spain, the name has since spread across the globe, carrying with it a rich legacy and cultural significance.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Reynoso

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

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

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