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

Verdadero, 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 Verdadero surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Verdadero in America

Verdadero is the 130610th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Verdadero surname appeared 130 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 Verdadero.

The history of the last name Verdadero

The surname "Verdadero" is of Spanish origin, derived from the Spanish word "verdadero" meaning "true" or "genuine." It is believed to have emerged in the late 15th or early 16th century during the time of the Spanish Renaissance.

The name is thought to have originated in the regions of Andalusia and Castile, where it was likely used as a descriptive surname to denote someone who was considered truthful or honest. It may have been bestowed upon individuals known for their integrity or those who held positions of trust within their communities.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname "Verdadero" can be found in the municipal records of Seville, Spain, dating back to the late 16th century. A certain Diego Verdadero is mentioned as a landowner and respected citizen of the city.

In the 17th century, the name appears in various historical documents from the Spanish colonies in the Americas, particularly in Mexico and Peru. Hernán Verdadero (1602-1678) was a prominent Spanish conquistador who played a role in the conquest of the Inca Empire under Francisco Pizarro.

During the 18th century, the Verdadero family gained prominence in the Spanish military. Juan Verdadero (1721-1798) was a decorated officer who served in the Spanish Army during the Napoleonic Wars, distinguishing himself in several battles against the French.

In the realm of literature, one notable figure bearing the surname "Verdadero" was María Verdadero (1845-1923), a renowned Spanish poet and author known for her works exploring themes of love, nature, and the human condition.

Another prominent individual was Javier Verdadero (1879-1952), a Spanish engineer and architect who contributed significantly to the development of modern infrastructure in Spain during the early 20th century.

While these are just a few examples, the surname "Verdadero" has a rich history and has been carried by individuals from various walks of life throughout the centuries, reflecting the diverse experiences and accomplishments of those who bear this name.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Verdadero

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

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 Verdadero 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.

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

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