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

Sigüenza, 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 Sigüenza surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Sigüenza in America

Sigüenza is the 15255th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Sigüenza surname appeared 1,927 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 1 people would have the surname Sigüenza.

We can also compare 2010 data for Sigüenza 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 Sigüenza

The surname Siguenza originated in Spain, with roots dating back to the medieval period. The name is derived from the town of Sigüenza, located in the province of Guadalajara, Castile-La Mancha region. This toponym is believed to have its origins in the Latin word "sequentia," meaning "the following," potentially referring to its location along a Roman road or its proximity to a nearby settlement.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the surname Siguenza can be found in the Codex Calixtinus, a 12th-century manuscript detailing the life of St. James and the pilgrimage route to Santiago de Compostela. The document includes references to individuals bearing this surname, suggesting its presence in the region during that time.

In the 13th century, a notable figure named Rodrigo Jiménez de Rada, also known as Rodrigo de Siguenza (c. 1170-1247), emerged as a prominent historian, prelate, and statesman. He served as the Archbishop of Toledo and is celebrated for his influential work, "De Rebus Hispaniae," which chronicled the history of Spain.

During the 15th century, the surname gained further prominence with Juan Gonzalez de Siguenza (c. 1420-1491), a Spanish theologian and philosopher. He held the position of Chancellor at the University of Salamanca and authored several theological treatises, contributing to the intellectual discourse of his era.

In the 16th century, the name appeared in the records of the Spanish Inquisition, with a mention of Juan de Siguenza, a cleric from Sigüenza who faced persecution for his alleged involvement in heretical activities.

Another notable figure bearing the surname was José de Siguenza (1544-1606), a Spanish historian and writer who served as the official chronicler of the Order of St. Jerome. His works, such as "Historia de la Orden de San Jerónimo" and "Vida de San Jerónimo," provided valuable insights into the religious and cultural history of Spain.

The surname Siguenza continued to be associated with scholarly and intellectual pursuits in the 17th century, with figures like José de Siguenza y Góngora (1612-1692), a Mexican scholar, writer, and poet. He played a significant role in the cultural and literary life of New Spain, contributing to the development of the Mexican baroque literature.

Throughout its history, the surname Siguenza has been carried by individuals from various walks of life, including clergy, scholars, writers, and individuals involved in the cultural and intellectual spheres of Spain and its territories. While its origins can be traced back to the medieval period, the name has persisted and evolved, reflecting the rich tapestry of Spanish history and heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Sigüenza

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

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

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