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

Rodríguez-Cruz, 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 Rodríguez-Cruz surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Rodríguez-Cruz in America

Rodríguez-Cruz is the 47791st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Rodríguez-Cruz surname appeared 443 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 Rodríguez-Cruz.

We can also compare 2010 data for Rodríguez-Cruz 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 Rodríguez-Cruz

The surname RODRIGUEZCRUZ is a compound surname originating from Spain during the 16th century. It is a combination of two common Spanish surnames, Rodriguez and Cruz. The name Rodriguez is derived from the given name Rodrigo, which comes from the Germanic name Roderic, meaning "famous power." Cruz, on the other hand, is a Spanish word meaning "cross," reflecting a connection to Christianity or the Crusades.

The earliest known record of the RODRIGUEZCRUZ surname dates back to 1562 in a parish record from the city of Seville, Spain. This document mentions a Juan RODRIGUEZCRUZ, who was a local merchant. Another early reference can be found in the 1587 baptismal records of the town of Córdoba, where a María RODRIGUEZCRUZ is listed.

During the 17th century, the RODRIGUEZCRUZ surname gained prominence in various regions of Spain. One notable individual was Pedro RODRIGUEZCRUZ (1605-1671), a renowned painter and sculptor from Seville, known for his religious artwork adorning churches across Andalusia.

As Spain expanded its colonial empire in the Americas, the RODRIGUEZCRUZ surname also spread to the New World. In 1642, a document from the Spanish settlement of Havana, Cuba, mentions a Juana RODRIGUEZCRUZ, likely a descendant of early Spanish settlers in the region.

In the 19th century, the RODRIGUEZCRUZ surname gained recognition through the work of Andrés RODRIGUEZCRUZ (1824-1898), a celebrated Spanish writer and philosopher. His literary works, exploring themes of identity and cultural heritage, were influential in shaping the intellectual discourse of his time.

Another notable figure was María RODRIGUEZCRUZ (1879-1945), a prominent educator and advocate for women's rights in Spain. She founded several schools and organizations dedicated to promoting education and empowerment for women, leaving a lasting impact on Spanish society.

While the RODRIGUEZCRUZ surname has its roots in Spain, it has since spread to other regions through migration and diaspora. However, its origins can be traced back to the rich cultural and historical tapestry of the Iberian Peninsula, reflecting a blend of Hispanic and Christian influences.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Rodríguez-Cruz

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Rodríguez-Cruz.

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 Rodríguez-Cruz 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 Rodríguez-Cruz 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 Rodríguez-Cruz was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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