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

Servera, 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 Servera surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Servera in America

Servera is the 132206th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Servera surname appeared 128 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 Servera.

We can also compare 2010 data for Servera 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 Servera

The surname Servera has its origins in Spain, specifically in the region of Catalonia. It is believed to have emerged during the medieval period, likely between the 11th and 13th centuries. The name Servera is derived from the Latin word "servus," meaning "servant" or "slave." This suggests that the name may have initially referred to individuals who were servants or worked in servitude.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Servera can be found in the "Llibre del Repartiment" (Book of Distribution), a historical document from the 13th century that documented the distribution of lands and properties after the Christian conquest of Valencia. This record mentions a certain "Bernat Servera," indicating the presence of individuals bearing this surname during that time.

The name Servera is also connected to various place names in Spain, such as the town of Sa Pobla on the island of Majorca, where the surname is particularly prevalent. In fact, the place name "Servera" is believed to have originated from the surname itself, possibly indicating a landowner or prominent individual with that name in the area.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals with the surname Servera. One of the earliest was Jaume Servera, a 14th-century Majorcan painter known for his works in the Gothic style. Another notable figure was Miquel Servera Moyà (1864-1940), a Majorcan politician and lawyer who served as the mayor of Palma, the capital of the Balearic Islands.

In the realm of literature, Jaume Servera Riutort (1914-1998) was a prominent Majorcan writer and poet who made significant contributions to the Catalan literary scene. His works explored themes of identity, tradition, and the Majorcan landscape.

Moving to more recent times, Melchor Servera Oliver (1925-2017) was a Spanish businessman and entrepreneur who founded the successful footwear company Camper. His company's unique designs and commitment to sustainability have earned international recognition.

Another notable figure was Lucía Servera Mascaró (1921-2016), a Majorcan ceramist and artist renowned for her work in traditional Majorcan pottery. Her pieces have been exhibited in numerous museums and galleries, celebrating the cultural heritage of the Balearic Islands.

While the surname Servera has its roots in Spain, particularly in the Balearic Islands, it has since spread to other parts of the world through migration and diaspora. However, its origins and historical significance remain deeply rooted in the Iberian Peninsula, reflecting the rich tapestry of cultural and linguistic influences that have shaped the region over centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Servera

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

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

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