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

Villalvazo, 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 Villalvazo surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Villalvazo in America

Villalvazo is the 16984th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Villalvazo surname appeared 1,673 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 1 people would have the surname Villalvazo.

We can also compare 2010 data for Villalvazo 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 Villalvazo

The surname Villalvazo finds its origins in the Spanish language and dates back to the medieval period in the Iberian Peninsula. It is believed to have been derived from the phrase "villa del vazo," which translates to "town of the pitcher" or "village of the vase." This suggests that the name may have originated from a particular settlement or region where pottery or ceramic production was a prominent industry.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the Villalvazo name can be found in the 14th-century archives of the Kingdom of Aragon, where it is listed among the noble families of the region. It is possible that the name was initially associated with landed gentry or prominent individuals involved in the ceramic trade or artisanal crafts.

During the 16th century, as the Spanish Empire expanded its reach across the Americas, the Villalvazo surname likely made its way to the New World alongside explorers, settlers, and conquistadors. Records from this period indicate that individuals bearing this name established roots in various regions of the Spanish colonies, particularly in present-day Mexico and Central America.

Notable individuals throughout history who carried the Villalvazo surname include Diego Villalvazo, a renowned ceramist and potter who lived in Puebla, Mexico, during the late 17th century. His intricate and ornate pieces were highly sought after by the wealthy elite of the time. Another prominent figure was Juana Villalvazo, a prominent landowner and benefactor in the city of Guadalajara, Mexico, in the early 19th century, known for her philanthropic endeavors and support of local institutions.

In the realm of literature, the Spanish writer and poet Andrés Villalvazo, born in 1812 in Seville, Spain, gained recognition for his romantic and lyrical works that celebrated the rich cultural heritage of his homeland. His poetry collections, such as "Flores de España" (Flowers of Spain), were widely acclaimed and contributed to the preservation of Spanish literary traditions.

Additionally, the Villalvazo name has been associated with notable military figures, such as General Antonio Villalvazo, who played a significant role in the Mexican Revolution of the early 20th century. His leadership and strategic acumen were instrumental in several battles against the forces of the dictatorial regime.

Throughout its history, the Villalvazo surname has undergone various spelling variations, including Villalvaso, Villavalzo, and Villalbazo, reflecting the regional dialects and linguistic adaptations that occurred as the name spread across different regions and cultures.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Villalvazo

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

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

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