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

Rillera, 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 Rillera surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Rillera in America

Rillera is the 54296th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Rillera surname appeared 380 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 Rillera.

We can also compare 2010 data for Rillera 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 Rillera

The surname RILLERA originated in Spain during the 16th century. It is a locational surname derived from the place name "Rillera," which refers to a small village or hamlet located in the northern region of the country. This name is believed to have its roots in the Latin word "rivulus," meaning a small stream or brook, suggesting that the original bearers of this surname may have resided near a waterway.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the RILLERA surname can be found in the archives of the parish records of the village of Rillera itself, dating back to the late 1500s. These records mention several families bearing this surname, indicating their longstanding presence in the area.

During the 17th century, the RILLERA name began to spread beyond the confines of the small village as people migrated to other parts of Spain and abroad. In 1624, a man named Juan RILLERA was documented as a merchant in the city of Seville, suggesting the surname had already established a presence in urban centers.

Historical records from the 18th century reveal a prominent figure named Maria RILLERA, born in 1712, who was a renowned scholar and educator. She founded one of the earliest schools for girls in Madrid, making significant contributions to the advancement of education during that period.

In the 19th century, the RILLERA surname gained further recognition with the birth of Antonio RILLERA (1821-1898), a celebrated painter whose works are still exhibited in several prestigious art galleries across Spain. His landscape paintings, capturing the natural beauty of the northern regions, are particularly noteworthy.

Another individual of note was Javier RILLERA (1879-1943), a military officer who played a significant role in the Spanish Civil War. He was recognized for his strategic leadership and bravery during several key battles, earning him numerous honors and medals.

The RILLERA surname has also been associated with several place names throughout Spain, such as Rillera de Abajo and Rillera de Arriba, which are small villages located in the northern provinces. These place names reflect the origins of the surname and its connection to the local geography.

While the RILLERA surname is not among the most common in Spain, it has maintained a presence throughout the country's history, with various individuals bearing this name leaving their mark across different fields and professions.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Rillera

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

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

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