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

Wenceslao, 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 Wenceslao surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Wenceslao in America

Wenceslao is the 75317th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Wenceslao surname appeared 256 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 Wenceslao.

We can also compare 2010 data for Wenceslao 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 Wenceslao

The surname WENCESLAO originates from the Spanish language and has its roots in the medieval period. It is a patronymic name derived from the personal name Wenceslao, which itself is a Spanish variation of the Slavic name Václav.

This name can be traced back to the 10th century and is believed to have its origins in the Czech Republic region. The name Václav is derived from the Slavic elements "velen" meaning "great" and "slav" meaning "glory," thus signifying "great glory."

One of the earliest recorded bearers of this surname was Wenceslao de Aragón, a Spanish nobleman who lived in the late 13th century. He was a member of the Aragonese royal family and played a significant role in the political affairs of the time.

In the 14th century, the name appeared in various historical records, including the Libro de Acuerdos del Concejo de Madrid, which documented the proceedings of the Madrid City Council. One notable entry mentions a certain Juan Wenceslao, who was a prominent citizen of the city.

During the Renaissance period, the name gained further prominence with the birth of Wenceslao Cobergher (1557-1634), a renowned Flemish painter and engraver who worked in Spain. His works can be found in several museums and galleries across Europe.

Another notable figure was Wenceslao Benítez (1837-1923), a celebrated Cuban writer, journalist, and educator. He was known for his contributions to the literary and educational spheres of his time and is considered one of the most influential intellectuals in Cuban history.

In the 19th century, Wenceslao Escalante (1852-1914) was a prominent Mexican politician and lawyer. He served as the Minister of Foreign Affairs and played a crucial role in shaping the country's diplomatic relations during a turbulent period in its history.

The surname WENCESLAO has been carried by many other individuals throughout history, each leaving their mark in various fields such as art, literature, politics, and beyond. While its origins can be traced back to medieval times, the name continues to be used and celebrated in Spanish-speaking cultures worldwide.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Wenceslao

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

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

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