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

Ricoy, 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 Ricoy surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ricoy in America

Ricoy is the 129825th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ricoy surname appeared 131 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 Ricoy.

We can also compare 2010 data for Ricoy 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 Ricoy

The surname Ricoy has its origins in Spain, specifically in the Galician region. The name is believed to have derived from a place name, which was a common practice during the Middle Ages. In this case, Ricoy likely originated from a small village or hamlet bearing a similar name.

One theory suggests that the name Ricoy is a variation of the Galician word "rico," meaning "rich" or "wealthy." This could indicate that the name was initially associated with a prosperous landowner or family in the region. However, the exact etymology remains uncertain, and other explanations for the name's origin cannot be ruled out.

Historical records mentioning the surname Ricoy are scarce, but a few notable individuals bearing this name can be found throughout Spanish history. One of the earliest mentions is Juan Ricoy, a 15th-century nobleman from Galicia who served as a courtier during the reign of King Juan II of Castile (1405-1454).

In the 16th century, Pedro Ricoy (c. 1520-1585) was a renowned architect from Santiago de Compostela, responsible for designing several churches and buildings in the Galician region. His work showcased the transition from the Gothic to the Renaissance architectural styles.

During the 17th century, María Ricoy (1645-1709) was a notable figure in the Spanish literary world. She was a poet and author from Pontevedra, known for her poetic works that celebrated the beauty of her native region and the Galician language.

In the 19th century, José Ricoy y Calderón (1815-1878) was a prominent Spanish politician and lawyer. He served as a member of the Congress of Deputies, representing the province of Lugo, and played a crucial role in the drafting of the Spanish Constitution of 1876.

More recently, Francisco Ricoy (1901-1982) was a renowned Galician artist and painter. His works, often depicting scenes from rural Galicia, are celebrated for their vibrant colors and depictions of the region's landscapes and people.

While these are just a few examples, the surname Ricoy can be traced back to its roots in the Galician region of Spain, where it likely originated from a place name or was associated with a wealthy family or landowner. Despite its obscure beginnings, the name has endured throughout Spanish history, leaving its mark in various fields, including architecture, literature, politics, and art.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ricoy

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

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

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