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

Villesca, 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 Villesca surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Villesca in America

Villesca is the 124548th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Villesca surname appeared 138 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 Villesca.

We can also compare 2010 data for Villesca 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 Villesca

The surname Villesca originated in Spain, with its roots stretching back to the medieval period. It is believed to have derived from the Spanish word "villesca," which refers to a small village or hamlet. This suggests that the name may have originated among individuals who hailed from a particular village or rural area within Spain.

One of the earliest documented references to the surname Villesca can be found in the medieval Spanish records known as the "Becerro de las Behetrías," which dates back to the 14th century. This document, which served as a census of landholdings and taxes, mentions several individuals with the surname Villesca, indicating that the name was already established in Spain during that time.

During the 15th century, the surname Villesca became more prominent, appearing in various historical records and manuscripts. Notable individuals bearing this name include Diego de Villesca, a Spanish nobleman who served as a courtier to King Ferdinand II of Aragon in the late 15th century.

In the 16th century, the Villesca family gained further recognition with the birth of Juan de Villesca (1510-1578), a renowned Spanish architect and sculptor. His most notable work was the design and construction of the Monasterio de San Lorenzo de El Escorial, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most significant architectural achievements of the Spanish Renaissance.

Another prominent figure with the surname Villesca was Pedro de Villesca (1570-1643), a Spanish military officer and explorer who participated in several expeditions to the Americas during the early colonial period. He is credited with establishing several settlements in present-day Mexico and contributing to the expansion of the Spanish Empire in the New World.

In the 18th century, the Villesca name gained literary significance with the birth of María de Villesca (1725-1795), a Spanish novelist and playwright. Her works, which often explored themes of love, betrayal, and societal norms, were widely acclaimed during her lifetime and continue to be studied by scholars of Spanish literature.

Throughout the centuries, the surname Villesca has maintained a strong presence in various regions of Spain, particularly in the northern and central parts of the country. While the name may have evolved slightly in spelling or pronunciation over time, its origins can be traced back to the medieval era, reflecting the rich cultural heritage of Spain and its diverse linguistic traditions.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Villesca

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

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

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