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

Tacadena, 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 Tacadena surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Tacadena in America

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

The Tacadena 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 Tacadena.

We can also compare 2010 data for Tacadena 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 Tacadena

The surname TACADENA has its origins in the Iberian Peninsula, specifically in the region of Andalusia, Spain. It is believed to have emerged during the 15th century, when the region was under Moorish rule. The name is thought to be derived from the Arabic words "taqadim," meaning "to progress" or "to advance," and "dina," meaning "religion" or "faith."

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname TACADENA can be found in a historical document from the city of Granada, dated 1492. This document mentions a certain Pedro TACADENA, who was a prominent member of the local community during the final years of the Reconquista, the period when the Christian kingdoms of Spain reclaimed territories from the Moors.

In the 16th century, the TACADENA surname appears in several records related to the Spanish Inquisition. One notable example is Francisco TACADENA, a scholar and theologian who was accused of heresy in 1567 but later acquitted by the Inquisition's tribunal in Seville.

During the 17th century, the TACADENA family seems to have established itself in the region of Murcia, where their name is associated with several notable figures. One such figure was Juana TACADENA (1625-1701), a renowned poet and writer whose works were widely celebrated during her lifetime.

In the 18th century, the TACADENA surname gained prominence in the field of architecture and engineering. Juan TACADENA (1712-1789) was a renowned architect who designed several prominent buildings in the city of Cartagena, while his son, Antonio TACADENA (1745-1819), was a highly respected civil engineer responsible for the construction of several bridges and roads in the region.

As the centuries passed, members of the TACADENA family continued to make their mark in various fields. Miguel TACADENA (1856-1932) was a renowned painter whose works are still celebrated for their vibrant colors and unique style, while Ines TACADENA (1879-1957) was a pioneering educator who played a significant role in establishing modern educational systems in Spain.

Throughout its history, the TACADENA surname has maintained a strong presence in Spain, particularly in the regions of Andalusia and Murcia. While its exact origins may be shrouded in mystery, the name itself has become a testament to the rich cultural heritage and diverse influences that have shaped the Iberian Peninsula over the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Tacadena

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

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

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