Subido
A Spanish surname meaning "to rise" or "to go up."
According to the 2010 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 240 Americans carry the last name Subido. That puts it at #90,495 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.07 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 1,428,143 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Subido surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
240
1 in 1,428,143
Census rank
#90,495
2010 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.1
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
204
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 204 bearers of the surname Subido in its 2010 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.07 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 90495th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Subido, the largest self-reported group is Asian/Pacific Islander at 79.9%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (11.8%) and Two or More Races (4.4%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Subido
The surname "SUBIDO" is of Spanish origin, and it can be traced back to the 15th century in the region of Castilla y León, Spain. The name is derived from the Spanish verb "subir," meaning "to ascend" or "to go up," suggesting a possible connection to geographic locations or occupations related to elevated places.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name "SUBIDO" is found in a manuscript from the year 1487, which mentions a certain Pedro Subido, a farmer from the village of Valladolid. This document suggests that the name was already in use during the late medieval period in Spain.
Another historical reference to the name "SUBIDO" is found in the archives of the city of Segovia, where a certain Juan Subido is mentioned as a member of the local guild of stonemasons in the year 1523. This indicates that the name may have also been associated with the construction trade during the Renaissance era.
In the 17th century, there are records of a family named Subido residing in the town of Cuenca, where they were involved in the production of textiles. One notable member of this family was Alonso Subido (1612-1683), who became a prominent merchant and contributed to the local economy.
During the 18th century, the name "SUBIDO" appears to have spread beyond Spain, as there are records of individuals with this surname in the Spanish colonies of the Americas. For example, Juana Subido (1734-1798) was a landowner and philanthropist in the city of Puebla, Mexico.
In the 19th century, the name "SUBIDO" gained literary recognition through the works of the Spanish poet and playwright José María Subido (1816-1892), who was born in Madrid and is known for his romantic and patriotic verses.
Throughout history, the surname "SUBIDO" has been carried by individuals from various walks of life, including farmers, artisans, merchants, and intellectuals, reflecting the diverse origins and occupations associated with this name.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Subido
Among Census respondents with the surname Subido, the largest self-reported group is Asian/Pacific Islander at 79.9%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (11.8%) and Two or More Races (4.4%).
The bar chart below shows how Subido bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2010 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Subido surname at the time of the 2010 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- Asian and Pacific Islander79.9%
- Hispanic or Latino11.8%
- Two or more races4.4%
- White3.4%
- Unknown or suppressed0.5%
Year on year
2000 vs 2010 Census
How has the Subido surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
| Metric | 2000 | 2010 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #105,905 | #90,495 | 14.6% |
| Count | 156 | 204 | 30.8% |
| Per 100K | 0.06 | 0.07 | 16.7% |
Between the 2000 and 2010 Census, the number of Subido bearers went from 156 to 204 (+30.8% change). The surname moved up 15,410 positions in the national ranking, going from #105,905 to #90,495.
FAQ
Subido surname: questions and answers
How common is the last name Subido?
The surname Subido holds position #90,495 in the US Census Bureau's surname ranking, with an estimated 240 living bearers. It occurs at a rate of 0.07 per 100,000 Americans.
What is the ethnic background of the Subido surname?
Among Census respondents with the surname Subido, the largest self-reported group is Asian/Pacific Islander at 79.9%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (11.8%) and Two or More Races (4.4%). These figures come from the 2010 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Where does this surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These tables list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2010 Census, along with a frequency rate and self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.