About Casique
The surname Casique is of Spanish origin and is derived from the word "cacique," which means "chief" or "leader" in Spanish. It is believed to have originated from the indigenous peoples of the Americas, particularly in the Caribbean and Central America, where caciques were tribal leaders or chiefs. The surname Casique likely originated as a nickname or occupational name for someone who held a position of leadership or authority within their community. Today, it is a relatively rare surname and is primarily found in Spanish-speaking countries.
The surname Casique is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Casique based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Casique is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Casique in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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