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

Tamariz, 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 Tamariz surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Tamariz in America

Tamariz is the 48060th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Tamariz surname appeared 440 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 Tamariz.

We can also compare 2010 data for Tamariz 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 Tamariz

The surname Tamariz is believed to have originated in Spain, specifically in the region of Andalusia, during the medieval period. It is derived from the Arabic word "tamariz," which means "tamarisk," a small tree or shrub found in arid regions of the Mediterranean.

One of the earliest known records of the surname Tamariz can be traced back to the 13th century, when it appeared in a document from the city of Seville. This suggests that the name may have been associated with individuals who lived in or near areas where the tamarisk plant was abundant.

During the Reconquista, the long period of conflict between Christian and Muslim forces in the Iberian Peninsula, the Tamariz family is believed to have played a role in the conquest of Granada, the last Muslim stronghold in Spain. Records from this time mention several individuals bearing the name Tamariz.

In the 16th century, a notable figure named Diego de Tamariz (1529-1596) gained prominence as a Spanish writer and translator. He was known for his translations of classical works from Greek and Latin into Spanish, and his writings on religious and philosophical topics.

Another individual of historical significance was Pedro de Tamariz (1555-1633), a Spanish mathematician and magician who is considered one of the pioneers of modern magic. His work, "The Untamable," published in 1637, is regarded as one of the earliest books on the subject of magic and illusion.

In the realm of literature, the Spanish poet and playwright Juan de Tamariz (1638-1711) is celebrated for his contributions to the Golden Age of Spanish literature. His works, including plays and poetry, were highly regarded during his time and continue to be studied by scholars of Spanish literature.

Across the Atlantic, the surname Tamariz also found its way to the Americas during the colonial era. One notable figure was Juan de Tamariz (1671-1743), a Spanish conquistador and explorer who participated in expeditions to the regions that are now known as Mexico and California.

While the surname Tamariz is not as common as some others, it has left a lasting mark on various aspects of history, from literature and the arts to exploration and conquest. Its origins can be traced back to the medieval period in Spain, where it was likely associated with the tamarisk plant and the arid landscapes of Andalusia.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Tamariz

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

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

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