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

Sacalxot, 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 Sacalxot surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Sacalxot in America

Sacalxot is the 105600th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Sacalxot surname appeared 169 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 Sacalxot.

The history of the last name Sacalxot

The surname SACALXOT has its origins in the ancient Mayan civilization of present-day Mexico and Central America, dating back to around the 6th century AD. The name derives from the Mayan words "sac" meaning "white" and "alxot" meaning "precious stone" or "jewel." It is believed to have been a name given to individuals who were skilled artisans or jewelers, or perhaps even those associated with the ruling elite.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the SACALXOT name can be found in the Mayan codices, ancient books created by the Maya scribes. The name appears in the Dresden Codex, a valuable manuscript dating back to the 11th or 12th century AD, which contains astronomical calculations and predictions, as well as rituals and religious ceremonies.

During the height of the Mayan civilization, the SACALXOT name was particularly prominent in the region now known as the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico. It is recorded in various hieroglyphic inscriptions and carvings found in the ruins of ancient Mayan cities such as Chichen Itza and Uxmal.

In the 16th century, after the Spanish conquest of the Mayan lands, the SACALXOT name began to appear in colonial records and documents. One notable figure from this era was Ah Nacxit-Sacalxot, a Mayan noble and ruler of the city-state of Mayapan, who lived in the late 15th century.

As the centuries passed, the SACALXOT name spread beyond its Mayan origins and can be found in various parts of Mexico and Central America. In the late 18th century, a prominent individual named Juan SACALXOT was a respected scholar and historian who wrote extensively about the Mayan culture and language.

Another notable figure was María SACALXOT, a renowned Mayan weaver and textile artist who lived in the early 20th century. Her intricate and vibrant designs were highly sought after and helped preserve traditional Mayan weaving techniques.

Throughout its long history, the SACALXOT surname has been a source of pride and cultural identity for those who bear it. It serves as a reminder of the rich heritage and legacy of the ancient Mayan civilization, which continues to captivate and inspire people around the world.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Sacalxot

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

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

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