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

Yagual, 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 Yagual surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Yagual in America

Yagual is the 83834th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Yagual surname appeared 224 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 Yagual.

We can also compare 2010 data for Yagual 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 Yagual

The surname Yagual is thought to have its origins in the region of what is now modern-day Ecuador, specifically within the indigenous communities of its coastal areas. The name likely emerged during the pre-Columbian era, with roots in the languages spoken by local tribes such as the Manteño and Huancavilca. Given its indigenous origins, the name Yagual may derive from a local term that has been lost to history due to the lack of written records from these early societies.

Historical references to the surname Yagual are sparse, given the oral traditions of Ecuador's indigenous people. The Spanish conquest in the 16th century brought about significant cultural and societal changes, leading to the first recorded instances of the surname in ecclesiastical and colonial records. One of the earliest known references appears in baptismal records from the city of Guayaquil in the mid-17th century.

One notable individual bearing this surname is José Yagual, a local chieftain who actively resisted Spanish colonial forces in the early 18th century. Though not widely documented, José's role in regional uprisings has been preserved in the oral histories of his descendants. Another early reference can be found in the archives of the Catholic Church, which mention a Juan Yagual as a landowner in coastal Ecuador around 1720.

By the mid-19th century, the name Yagual seems to have become more established in Ecuadorian society. Catalina Yagual, born in 1832 and known for her work in local agriculture, was one of the first women to own and manage land independently in the province of Manabí. Her participation in local commerce and advocacy for indigenous rights left a significant mark on her community.

Another prominent figure is Rafael Yagual, an educator born in 1875 in the coastal town of Jipijapa. Rafael was instrumental in establishing several schools in rural areas, aiming to improve literacy rates among indigenous populations. His contributions to education were recognized by the Ecuadorian government later in his life.

In the 20th century, the name continued to appear in various civic and cultural contexts. María Yagual, born in 1901 and deceased in 1985, became known for her efforts in traditional textile arts, preserving ancient weaving techniques passed down through generations. Her work not only garnered local acclaim but also received international attention, helping to elevate the status of Ecuadorian artisanal crafts.

Overall, the surname Yagual carries a rich indigenous heritage, deeply connected to the coastal regions of Ecuador. Its bearers have played significant roles in resisting colonial forces, advancing agricultural practices, advocating for education, and preserving cultural traditions.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Yagual

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

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

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