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

Vindas, 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 Vindas surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Vindas in America

Vindas is the 87335th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Vindas surname appeared 213 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 Vindas.

We can also compare 2010 data for Vindas 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 Vindas

The surname VINDAS is of Spanish origin, derived from the word "vinda," which means "vine" or "grapevine" in Spanish. This name likely originated in the wine-producing regions of Spain during the Middle Ages.

The earliest recorded instances of the VINDAS name can be traced back to the 14th century in the regions of Andalusia and Catalonia, where viticulture (grape cultivation for winemaking) was a prominent industry. The name may have been initially given to individuals involved in the cultivation or production of wine, or those who lived near vineyards.

In the 16th century, records show the VINDAS surname appearing in the town of Villafranca del Penedès, located in the heart of the Catalan wine region. This area was known for its renowned vineyards and wine production, further reinforcing the connection between the VINDAS name and the wine industry.

One notable historical figure bearing the VINDAS surname was Juan VINDAS (1562-1628), a renowned winemaker and vineyard owner from Villafranca del Penedès. He was renowned for his innovative winemaking techniques and was considered a pioneer in the region's wine industry.

Another prominent individual was María VINDAS (1710-1782), a wealthy landowner and philanthropist from Málaga, Andalusia. She owned several vineyards and played a significant role in supporting the local community through her charitable works.

In the 19th century, the VINDAS surname gained further recognition with the birth of Enrique VINDAS (1845-1912), a renowned Spanish artist known for his vibrant depictions of vineyards and wine-related scenes. His paintings captured the essence of the Spanish wine culture and are highly regarded in the art world.

Across the Atlantic, the VINDAS name also found its way to Latin America, particularly in Costa Rica, where a notable figure was José María VINDAS (1892-1976), a celebrated poet and writer. His works often celebrated the beauty of nature and the Costa Rican landscape, drawing inspiration from the country's rich agricultural traditions.

Another prominent Costa Rican bearing the VINDAS surname was Rodrigo VINDAS (1920-1998), a renowned architect responsible for designing several iconic buildings in San José, including the National Theater and the Central Bank of Costa Rica.

While the VINDAS surname may have originated in Spain, it has since spread across various regions, carrying with it the rich heritage and history associated with the wine industry and viticulture. The name serves as a testament to the enduring legacy of winemaking and the cultural significance of grapes and vineyards in Spanish and Latin American societies.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Vindas

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

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

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