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

Sancen, 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 Sancen surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Sancen in America

Sancen is the 46314th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Sancen surname appeared 460 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 Sancen.

We can also compare 2010 data for Sancen 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 Sancen

The surname SANCEN has its origins in the northern region of Spain, specifically in the autonomous communities of Catalonia and Aragon. It is believed to have emerged during the 12th century, derived from the Catalan word "sancer," which translates to "whole" or "complete." This suggests that the name may have initially referred to a person of integrity or wholesomeness.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the SANCEN surname can be found in the Catalan Atlas, a collection of maps and portolan charts created by the renowned cartographer Abraham Cresques in the late 14th century. The atlas contains references to individuals bearing the SANCEN name, indicating their presence in the coastal regions of Catalonia.

In the 15th century, the SANCEN family gained prominence in the city of Barcelona, where they were involved in mercantile activities and trade. Historical records from this period mention a notable figure, Joan Sancen (1438-1502), who was a successful merchant and patron of the arts, known for his patronage of several local artists and sculptors.

As the centuries passed, the SANCEN surname spread beyond its Catalan roots. In the 16th century, a branch of the family settled in the region of Aragon, where they established themselves as landowners and farmers. One noteworthy individual from this era was Pedro Sancen (1564-1622), a farmer renowned for his innovative agricultural techniques and contributions to the local community.

The 17th century saw the SANCEN name appearing in various ecclesiastical records and church documents across Spain. One prominent figure was Father Miguel Sancen (1612-1679), a Jesuit priest and scholar who authored several theological treatises and was highly regarded for his intellectual pursuits.

In the 19th century, the SANCEN family continued to make its mark, with individuals such as Catalina Sancen (1801-1878), a renowned painter who specialized in portraiture and whose works were showcased in several prestigious exhibitions across Europe.

Throughout its history, the SANCEN surname has been associated with individuals from various walks of life, including artists, scholars, merchants, and landowners, contributing to the rich cultural tapestry of Spain and beyond.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Sancen

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

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

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