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

Yizar, 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 Yizar surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Yizar in America

Yizar is the 160975th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Yizar surname appeared 100 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 Yizar.

The history of the last name Yizar

The surname Yizar is believed to have Spanish origins, specifically traceable to the regions of Castile and León during the late medieval period. The name is somewhat rare and its etymology hints at an occupational or descriptive origin, possibly derived from an old term related to a specific job or characteristic. The suffix “-ar” is often indicative of a Spanish occupational surname, denoting someone who performs a particular task.

The earliest documented instances of the surname Yizar can be found in ecclesiastical and civil records dating back to the 14th and 15th centuries. For example, a 1392 tax register in Castile lists a Juan Yizar as a landowner, indicating that the family may have held some local prominence. This early reference points to a significant presence in that region during a period of notable social and economic change in Spain.

Over time, the spelling of the surname has remained remarkably consistent, a trait not always common among surnames that often evolve in spelling over the centuries. This stability suggests possible clerical or bureaucratic influence, ensuring standardized spelling in official records. Manuscripts and genealogical compilations from the 16th century onwards regularly feature the surname.

One notable historical figure bearing the surname was Francisco Yizar, a merchant from León who lived between 1534 and 1598. He was pivotal in early trade routes linking Spain with the New World, reflecting the era's burgeoning global commerce. Another prominent bearer was Isabella Yizar, born in 1612, who was a known patron of the arts and literature in Madrid, further indicating the family's entrenched status in Hispanic society.

The surname Yizar also made its way to the New World during the Spanish colonization. Records from the early 18th century mention Pedro Yizar, who settled in what is now Mexico City. By the mid-1700s, the name appears in colonial administrative documents, showing continued activity and influence in these new territories.

In the 19th century, a Luis Yizar gained recognition as a soldier and later as a politician in Cuba. Born in 1823 and dying in 1881, he played a significant role during the turbulent periods of the colonial era and the independence movement, which brought him national recognition.

The surname Yizar is thus steeped in a rich history stretching back to medieval Spain, weaving through the narrative of trade, colonization, art, and politics. Its bearers have left distinct marks on the historical and cultural fabrics of the regions where they've settled, attesting to the lasting legacy of this unique surname.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Yizar

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

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 Yizar 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.

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

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