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

Valladarez, 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 Valladarez surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Valladarez in America

Valladarez is the 63524th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Valladarez surname appeared 314 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 Valladarez.

We can also compare 2010 data for Valladarez 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 Valladarez

The surname Valladarez originated in Spain during the Middle Ages. It is derived from the Spanish words "valle" meaning valley and "dares" meaning to give, suggesting the name may have referred to someone who lived in or owned a valley. The name likely has its roots in the northern regions of Spain, particularly in the areas near the Pyrenees mountains.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Valladarez name can be found in the Becerro de las Behetrías, a medieval Spanish manuscript from the 14th century. This document records various noble families and their holdings, including those with the Valladarez surname. The name is also mentioned in several other historical records from this period, indicating that it was a surname of some prominence.

In the 15th century, there are records of a Juan Valladarez, a nobleman from the region of Asturias, who played a role in the struggles between the kingdoms of Castile and Aragon. Another notable figure was Rodrigo Valladarez, a military commander who fought in the Reconquista against the Moors in the late 15th century.

During the 16th century, the Valladarez family gained further prominence, with several members holding important positions in the Spanish court and church. One such figure was Diego Valladarez, a renowned scholar and theologian who served as the rector of the University of Salamanca from 1550 to 1558.

In the 17th century, the Valladarez name was associated with the Spanish exploration and colonization of the Americas. Pedro Valladarez, born in 1602, was a prominent explorer and conquistador who led expeditions to what is now Mexico and the southwestern United States. His exploits are documented in various historical accounts from that era.

Another notable figure from this period was María Valladarez, a Spanish noblewoman born in 1620. She was known for her philanthropic work and her efforts to establish schools and hospitals in the Spanish colonies. Her legacy is still celebrated in some parts of Latin America today.

The Valladarez surname has a rich history spanning several centuries and has been borne by individuals from various walks of life, including noblemen, military leaders, scholars, and explorers. While its exact origins may be difficult to trace with certainty, the name remains a testament to the cultural and historical significance of Spain's past.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Valladarez

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

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

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