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

Vijarro, 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 Vijarro surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Vijarro in America

Vijarro is the 141140th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Vijarro surname appeared 118 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 Vijarro.

We can also compare 2010 data for Vijarro 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 Vijarro

The surname Vijarro is of Spanish origin and can be traced back to the 16th century. It is believed to have originated in the region of Andalusia, specifically in the province of Jaén. The name is derived from the Spanish word "vijarra," which means "slate" or "shale," suggesting that the earliest bearers of this name may have been involved in the mining or quarrying of slate.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Vijarro surname can be found in the baptismal records of the parish church of San Ildefonso in Jaén, where a certain Juan Vijarro was baptized in 1587. This early record provides evidence of the name's existence and its connection to the region of Andalusia.

In the 17th century, the Vijarro family appears to have expanded their presence beyond Jaén. Historical records from the Archivo General de Indias in Seville mention a Juan Vijarro who traveled to the Spanish colonies in the Americas in 1642, settling in the region that is now known as Mexico.

During the 18th century, the Vijarro surname gained prominence in Spanish literature. One notable figure was Manuel Vijarro y Solís (1705-1783), a poet and playwright from Granada. His works, which included plays and poetry collections, were widely acclaimed during his lifetime and contributed to the cultural heritage of Spain.

In the 19th century, the Vijarro name was associated with political and military figures. José Vijarro (1810-1892) was a Spanish general who fought in several campaigns, including the First Carlist War and the War of African Independence. He was awarded numerous honors for his service and played a significant role in shaping Spain's military history.

Another notable figure from the 19th century was Pablo Vijarro (1845-1912), a Spanish politician and lawyer who served as a deputy in the Spanish Congress of Deputies, representing the province of Jaén. He was a passionate advocate for the rights of the working class and played a crucial role in championing social reforms.

As the Vijarro surname spread across Spain and beyond, it has been associated with various professions and fields, including the arts, sciences, and literature. While the name's origins may have been humble, its legacy has been woven into the rich tapestry of Spanish history and culture.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Vijarro

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

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

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