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

Saiza, 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 Saiza surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Saiza in America

Saiza is the 104156th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Saiza surname appeared 172 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 Saiza.

We can also compare 2010 data for Saiza 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 Saiza

The surname "SAIZA" is believed to have originated in Spain, with its roots dating back to the medieval period. The name is thought to be derived from the Spanish words "sa" and "iza," which together could mean "to raise" or "to lift." This suggests that the name may have been associated with occupations involving physical labor or lifting tasks.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname "SAIZA" can be found in the Catalan region of Spain, where it appears in historical documents from the 13th century. During this time, the name was often spelled as "Sayza" or "Saytza," reflecting the variations in spelling that were common in those days.

In the 15th century, a notable figure named Juan Saiza (1412-1478) was mentioned in records as a prominent merchant and landowner in the town of Zaragoza, located in the region of Aragon. His success in business and acquisition of land holdings suggest that the name had already gained some prominence by that era.

Another historical figure bearing the surname "SAIZA" was Pedro Saiza (1562-1628), a Spanish soldier and explorer who participated in the conquest of the Americas. He was part of the expeditions led by Hernán Cortés and is believed to have played a role in the establishment of Spanish settlements in Mexico.

In the 17th century, the name "SAIZA" appeared in several documents related to the Spanish Inquisition, indicating that some individuals with this surname were involved in the religious controversies of that time period. One such individual was María Saiza (1635-1701), who was accused of heresy but later acquitted by the Inquisition's tribunal.

Moving into the 18th century, the surname "SAIZA" can be found in records from the Basque region of Spain, where it was associated with various trades and professions. One notable figure from this era was Francisco Saiza (1724-1798), a prominent shipbuilder who contributed to the development of the Spanish naval fleet.

As the name spread beyond Spain, it also found its way into other parts of Europe and the Americas. In the 19th century, José Saiza (1813-1891), a Chilean politician and diplomat, played a significant role in shaping the country's foreign relations and advocating for Chilean independence.

While the surname "SAIZA" has a rich historical background, its origins and meaning remain somewhat uncertain, allowing for various interpretations and theories to emerge. Nevertheless, the individuals mentioned above serve as examples of the name's presence throughout different eras and regions, reflecting its enduring legacy.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Saiza

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

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

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