Medina Titles

Explore the history of the Medina noble titles: Sidonia, Pomar, Río Seco and Celi

Luis de la Cerda y de la Vega

Medinaceli (I)

Born: January 1, 1440 • Died: January 1, 1501

First Duke of Medinaceli, elevated by the Catholic Monarchs in 1479. Fifth count who reached the highest noble rank.

Medinaceli (II)

Born: January 1, 1485 • Died: January 1, 1544

Second Duke of Medinaceli, he was granted the Grandeza of Spain by Charles I in 1520.

Medinaceli (III)

Born: January 1, 1510 • Died: January 1, 1552

Third Duke of Medinaceli, he consolidated the power and fortune of the family during the 16th century.

Medinaceli (IX)

Born: January 1, 1660 • Died: January 1, 1711

IX Duke of Medinaceli, the last male of the Cerda branch. His death in 1711 marked the end of the original lineage.