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

Robalino, 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 Robalino surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Robalino in America

Robalino is the 44653rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Robalino surname appeared 481 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 Robalino.

We can also compare 2010 data for Robalino 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 Robalino

The surname ROBALINO has its origins in Ecuador, specifically in the central Andean region of the country. It is believed to have originated in the late 16th or early 17th century, during the period of Spanish colonization.

According to linguistic experts, the name ROBALINO is derived from a combination of the Spanish words "roble" (oak) and "lino" (linen), possibly indicating an association with the oak tree or the linen industry. However, the exact meaning and etymology remain uncertain.

Historical records indicate that the ROBALINO surname first appeared in the city of Ambato, located in the Tungurahua province of Ecuador. It is possible that the name was initially used to identify a family or individual with ties to the local oak forests or linen production.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the ROBALINO name can be found in the baptismal records of the Ambato Cathedral, dating back to the late 1600s. These records document the births and baptisms of several children bearing the ROBALINO surname.

Over the centuries, the ROBALINO family has produced several notable figures who have contributed to various fields. One such individual was Manuel Robalino Davila (1837-1920), a prominent Ecuadorian lawyer and politician who served as the President of the National Congress and Minister of Foreign Affairs in the late 19th century.

Another prominent figure was Pedro Robalino Escobar (1864-1935), an Ecuadorian writer and journalist known for his literary works and contributions to the country's cultural development.

In the field of education, Luisa Robalino Villavicencio (1876-1958) made significant contributions as an educator and advocate for women's rights. She founded several schools and organizations dedicated to promoting education and empowerment for Ecuadorian women.

More recently, Cecilia Robalino (1923-2008) gained recognition as a renowned Ecuadorian painter and sculptor, known for her vibrant and expressive works that captured the essence of her country's cultural heritage.

Lastly, it is worth mentioning Carlos Robalino Villafuerte (1926-2021), a distinguished Ecuadorian diplomat and ambassador who served his country in various capacities, including as the Permanent Representative to the United Nations.

While the ROBALINO surname may have humble origins, it has left an indelible mark on Ecuadorian history and culture, with its bearers contributing to various fields and leaving a lasting legacy.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Robalino

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

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

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