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

Rombaoa, 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 Rombaoa surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Rombaoa in America

Rombaoa is the 141140th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Rombaoa surname appeared 118 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 Rombaoa.

The history of the last name Rombaoa

The surname ROMBAOA has its origins in the small village of Rombao, located in the northeastern region of Portugal. This village dates back to the 12th century, and the name is believed to be derived from the Old Portuguese word "rombar," which means "to rumble" or "to roar," likely referring to the sound of a nearby river or stream.

The earliest recorded instance of the surname ROMBAOA can be traced back to a land registry document from the year 1287, which mentions a certain João ROMBAOA as a landowner in the village of Rombao. This suggests that the surname had already been established by that time, perhaps originating from a nickname or descriptive term given to someone who lived near the rumbling waters.

In the 15th century, there are records of a prominent family known as the ROMBAOAs residing in the city of Porto. One notable member was Afonso ROMBAOA (1425-1497), a successful merchant who played a role in the city's thriving trade with other European nations.

During the Age of Exploration, some individuals bearing the ROMBAOA surname ventured beyond Portugal's borders. In the early 16th century, a navigator named Pedro ROMBAOA (1490-1552) accompanied Ferdinand Magellan on his historic circumnavigation of the globe. Pedro's journal entries provide valuable insights into the voyages and discoveries of that era.

Another significant figure was Mariana ROMBAOA (1627-1703), a renowned poet and playwright from Lisbon. Her works, which often explored themes of love and spirituality, were widely acclaimed during her lifetime and contributed to the development of Portuguese literature.

As the centuries passed, the ROMBAOA surname spread across different regions of Portugal and eventually to other parts of the world through emigration. Notable individuals include José ROMBAOA (1783-1856), a military officer who fought in the Napoleonic Wars, and Antónia ROMBAOA (1845-1912), a philanthropist known for her efforts in establishing schools and orphanages in her hometown of Braga.

While the surname ROMBAOA may not be among the most common in Portugal today, its rich history and connection to the village of Rombao make it a unique and fascinating part of the country's cultural heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Rombaoa

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

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 Rombaoa 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.

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

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