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

Abendaño, 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 Abendaño surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Abendaño in America

Abendaño is the 120901st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Abendaño surname appeared 143 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 Abendaño.

We can also compare 2010 data for Abendaño 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 Abendaño

The surname Abendano is believed to have originated from the Basque region of northern Spain and southern France, with its roots dating back to the medieval period. The name is thought to be derived from the Basque word "abendaño," which means "wealthy" or "prosperous." This suggests that the original bearers of the name were likely individuals of considerable wealth or influence within their communities.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Abendano surname can be found in the Cartulario de San Millán de la Cogolla, a 12th-century manuscript that documents land transactions and property holdings in the region. This manuscript mentions several individuals bearing variations of the Abendano name, such as "Avendanno" and "Avendano."

During the 13th and 14th centuries, the Abendano family gained prominence in the Basque Country, particularly in the region of Álava. Historical records from this period indicate that members of the Abendano family held influential positions within the local nobility and were involved in various political and military affairs.

One notable figure from this era was Rodrigo Abendano, a prominent military leader who fought alongside King Alfonso XI of Castile in the Battle of Río Salado against the Marinid dynasty of Morocco in 1340. Rodrigo Abendano was celebrated for his bravery and tactical prowess on the battlefield.

In the 15th century, the Abendano family expanded its influence to other parts of Spain, with some members settling in the regions of Andalusia and Extremadura. One prominent individual from this period was Juan Abendano, a scholar and poet who gained recognition for his literary works.

As the centuries passed, the Abendano surname spread further, with members of the family establishing themselves in various parts of Europe and the Americas. Notable figures with this surname include:

1. Miguel Abendano (1619-1691), a Spanish painter and engraver known for his religious works.
2. José Abendano (1771-1835), a Spanish military officer who fought in the Napoleonic Wars.
3. Pedro Abendano (1855-1932), a Peruvian politician and diplomat who served as the Minister of Foreign Affairs.
4. Martín Abendano (1870-1945), a Mexican writer and journalist known for his contributions to the Mexican literary scene.
5. Esther Abendano (1907-1984), a Spanish-born American artist and sculptor renowned for her abstract works.

While the Abendano surname has its roots in the Basque region, it has since become a widely dispersed name, with bearers found in various countries around the world, each contributing to the rich tapestry of its history and cultural significance.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Abendaño

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

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

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