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

Tormos, 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 Tormos surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Tormos in America

Tormos is the 139228th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Tormos surname appeared 120 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 Tormos.

We can also compare 2010 data for Tormos 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 Tormos

The surname "TORMOS" is of Spanish origin, with its roots tracing back to the medieval period in the region of Valencia. It is believed to have derived from the Latin word "tormus," which referred to a small hill or mound, indicating that the name may have initially been a topographic descriptor for individuals residing near such geographic features.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the TORMOS surname can be found in the Libro del Repartimiento (Book of Distribution), a historical document from the 13th century that documented the distribution of lands and properties among the conquerors of Valencia after the Reconquista. This suggests that the name was already in use during this pivotal period in Spanish history.

In the 15th century, a notable figure bearing the TORMOS surname was Juan de Tormos, a renowned architect and sculptor from Valencia. His contributions can be seen in various architectural marvels across the region, including the intricate carvings adorning the Cathedral of Valencia.

Fast forward to the 16th century, and we encounter Jerónimo de Tormos, a celebrated writer and poet from the town of Murviedro (modern-day Sagunto). His literary works, which centered around themes of love and nature, were widely acclaimed during his lifetime and have since been preserved as part of Spain's rich cultural heritage.

The 17th century saw the rise of Miguel de Tormos, a prominent military commander who played a crucial role in the Thirty Years' War. His strategic prowess and leadership skills were instrumental in several decisive battles, earning him recognition and respect from both allies and adversaries.

In the 19th century, the TORMOS surname gained further prominence with the birth of José Tormos y Valiente (1815-1890), a celebrated Spanish politician and statesman. He served as a member of the Congress of Deputies and held various influential positions within the government, leaving an indelible mark on the political landscape of his time.

Throughout the centuries, the TORMOS surname has been carried by individuals from diverse backgrounds and professions, each contributing to the rich tapestry of Spanish history and culture in their own unique way.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Tormos

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

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

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