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

Volquez, 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 Volquez surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Volquez in America

Volquez is the 96368th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Volquez surname appeared 189 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 Volquez.

We can also compare 2010 data for Volquez 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 Volquez

The surname Volquez is of Spanish origin, and its roots can be traced back to the medieval period in the Iberian Peninsula. The name is believed to have originated from the Spanish word "volcar," which means "to overturn" or "to capsize." This suggests that the name may have been derived from an occupation or an event related to transportation or maritime activities.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname Volquez can be found in the Catalonian region of Spain, where it appears in historical records dating back to the 13th century. During this time, the name was often spelled as "Volqueç" or "Volqueç," reflecting the linguistic variations and regional dialects of the era.

In the 14th century, the Volquez surname began to spread beyond Catalonia, appearing in various parts of Spain, including Andalusia and Castile. This coincided with the period of the Reconquista, when Christian kingdoms were reclaiming territories from the Moors, leading to population movements and the establishment of new settlements.

One notable historical figure bearing the Volquez surname was Pedro Volquez, a Spanish navigator and explorer who participated in the colonization efforts in the Americas during the 16th century. Born in Seville in 1498, he accompanied several expeditions to the Caribbean and Central America, contributing to the establishment of Spanish settlements in those regions.

Another individual of significance was María Volquez, a renowned poet and writer from Granada, Spain, who lived during the 17th century. Born in 1625, her works were widely celebrated for their lyrical beauty and insightful commentary on the social and cultural landscape of her time.

In the 18th century, the Volquez surname gained prominence in the Spanish colonies of the Americas. Juan Volquez, a prominent landowner and businessman from Havana, Cuba, played a crucial role in the development of the island's sugar industry during the mid-1700s.

As the Spanish Empire expanded, the Volquez surname traveled across continents, with members of the family establishing roots in various parts of the world. One such individual was Francisco Volquez, a Spanish military officer who served in the Philippine Islands during the late 18th century, where he became renowned for his leadership and bravery in conflicts against local resistance movements.

Throughout the centuries, the Volquez surname has undergone various spelling variations, including Volquez, Volques, Volqueç, and Volqueç, reflecting the linguistic diversity and regional influences within the Spanish-speaking world. While the name has maintained its Iberian roots, it has also become a part of the rich cultural tapestry of many countries where Spanish colonization and migration have left an indelible mark.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Volquez

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

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

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