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

Serros, 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 Serros surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Serros in America

Serros is the 67126th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Serros surname appeared 294 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 Serros.

We can also compare 2010 data for Serros 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 Serros

The surname "Serros" is of Spanish origin and can be traced back to the 16th century. It is believed to have originated from the Spanish word "sierra," which means "mountain range" or "saw." This suggests that the name may have been given to individuals who lived in mountainous regions or were involved in occupations related to sawing or woodworking.

In the early records of Spanish history, the name Serros can be found in various documents, including land grants and census records. One of the earliest known references to the name was in a land grant issued by the Spanish Crown in 1587, where a certain "Juan de Serros" was granted a parcel of land in the province of Andalusia.

The name Serros has also been linked to several notable individuals throughout history. In the late 16th century, a Spanish explorer named "Pedro de Serros" was part of an expedition that explored parts of what is now the southwestern United States. Another individual named "Juana Serros" was a renowned lace-maker in the 17th century, whose intricate works were highly sought after by the Spanish nobility.

During the 18th century, a prominent figure named "Diego Serros" was a prominent landowner and politician in the region of Castile. He played a significant role in local governance and was known for his efforts in promoting agricultural reforms.

In the 19th century, a Spanish writer and journalist named "Rafael Serros" gained recognition for his works on social issues and political commentary. He was born in 1825 and his writings were widely read during the turbulent times of the Spanish Civil War.

Another notable individual with the surname Serros was "María Serros," a pioneering educator who lived in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. She founded several schools in her hometown and was instrumental in promoting education for women in Spain.

While the surname Serros is not as common as some other Spanish surnames, it has a rich history that can be traced back to the 16th century. The name has been carried by explorers, artisans, landowners, writers, and educators, contributing to the cultural fabric of Spain and beyond.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Serros

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

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

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