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

Romera, 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 Romera surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Romera in America

Romera is the 84463rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Romera surname appeared 222 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 Romera.

We can also compare 2010 data for Romera 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 Romera

The surname Romera has its origins in Spain, with roots dating back to the medieval era. It is believed to have originated from the Spanish word "romero," which means "pilgrim" or "one who travels to Rome." The name likely emerged as a descriptor for individuals who had made pilgrimage journeys to Rome or other holy sites during the Middle Ages.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname Romera can be found in the historical records of the Kingdom of Aragon, a medieval kingdom that encompassed parts of modern-day Spain. The name appears in various documents from the 13th and 14th centuries, often referring to individuals from regions such as Catalonia and Valencia.

In the 15th century, the name Romera gained prominence when a knight named Pedro Romera served under the Spanish monarchs Ferdinand II of Aragon and Isabella I of Castile. He played a significant role in the Reconquista, the centuries-long campaign by Christian rulers to reclaim territories from the Moors in the Iberian Peninsula.

Another notable figure bearing the surname Romera was Juan Romera, a Spanish painter who lived in the 16th century. His works, primarily depicting religious themes, can be found in various churches and museums across Spain, showcasing the artistic talents associated with this name.

During the 17th century, a branch of the Romera family settled in the Americas, particularly in the region now known as Mexico. One of the earliest recorded individuals with this surname was Diego Romera, a Spanish conquistador who participated in the conquest of the Aztec Empire alongside Hernán Cortés.

In the 18th century, a prominent figure named Manuel Romera gained recognition as a successful merchant and landowner in the Spanish colony of Cuba. His business ventures and philanthropy contributed to the economic development and cultural enrichment of the island during that period.

Throughout history, the surname Romera has been carried by individuals from various walks of life, including clergy members, writers, and politicians. While not an exhaustive list, some other notable figures bearing this name include María Romera (a 19th-century Spanish poet), Enrique Romera (a 20th-century Mexican architect), and Javier Romera (a contemporary Spanish football player).

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Romera

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

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

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