Discover Six Generations of Descendants of Juan de Olivares and Juana de Treviño
This book presents six generations of documented descendants of Juan de Olivares and Juana de Treviño, two foundational figures in the early history of Nuevo León. Their descendants can also be found in Coahuila, Tamaulipas, and Texas.
Who Was Juan de Olivares?
While Juan’s place of birth remains a mystery, records suggest he was born between 1595 and 1599. His name first appears in the archives of El Nuevo Reyno de León (now Nuevo León, Mexico) in 1624. A key historical document reveals that by 1619, he had already entered the region and was actively defending it with his servants and weapons. This service was acknowledged by Captain Diego Rodríguez, further establishing Juan's role in the region’s early development.
He is widely recognized as the progenitor of the Olivares surname in northeastern Mexico and South Texas.
His Life and Legacy
Juan played an active role in the legal and social life of the colony. Surviving archival records from Monterrey show him involved in numerous legal proceedings, often as a witness or in defense of his property rights. In 1635, with land granted by Governor Martín de Zavala, he founded the Hacienda de San Antonio in the Pesquería region.
Although the names of his parents remain unknown, we know that Juan married Juana de Treviño, daughter of Alonso de Treviño, sometime after 1626. Several marriage dispensations involving their descendants confirm this connection. Unfortunately, Juana’s mother's name has not survived in any known records.
Their Children
Juan and Juana had at least eight children: Beatriz, Bartolomé, José, Diego, Blas, Juan,
Juana, Anastacia, and Alonso.
Juan de Olivares passed away in Monterrey on or before October 20, 1669, the date of his burial.
About the Book
This book documents six generations of their descendants, covering the period from the mid-1600s through the late 1800s. While I have identified over 16,000 descendants of Juan de Olivares and Juana de Treviño, only a portion of them is included in this volume.
A Research Tool for Genealogists
I created this book as a research aid. Every effort was made to include source citations for each fact presented. These citations are meant to guide you in locating the original records and encourage you to verify and expand upon the work presented.
Whether you're beginning your genealogical journey or deepening your understanding of your Olivares roots, I hope this book becomes a valuable part of your research toolkit.
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Book Details
Series: Last Names of Nuevo Leon (Book 34)
Paperback: 517 pages
Language: English
ISBN-13: 979-8288495731
Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 1.17 x 11 inches
Shipping Weight: 3.21 pounds