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

Aboytes, 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 Aboytes surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Aboytes in America

Aboytes is the 26492nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Aboytes surname appeared 921 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 Aboytes.

We can also compare 2010 data for Aboytes 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 Aboytes

The surname Aboytes is of Spanish origin, with its roots tracing back to the regions of Castile and Andalusia in the late medieval period. It is believed to have evolved from the Arabic word "al-bayyat," which translates to "the house seller" or "the innkeeper." This linguistic connection suggests that the name's earliest bearers may have been merchants or innkeepers during the Moorish rule in Spain.

In the 15th century, records indicate the presence of the Aboytes family in the city of Seville, where they were engaged in trade and commerce. One notable figure from this era was Rodrigo Aboytes, a prosperous merchant who played a significant role in the city's economic life during the reign of King Ferdinand II of Aragon and Queen Isabella I of Castile.

As the Spanish Empire expanded its reach, the Aboytes name spread to the Americas during the 16th and 17th centuries. Juan Aboytes, born in 1548 in Seville, was among the earliest settlers to establish himself in the New World, arriving in Mexico in 1572. His descendants continued to carry the name forward, contributing to the region's development.

In the 18th century, the Aboytes family gained prominence in the city of Veracruz, Mexico, where they were involved in maritime trade and commerce. One notable figure from this period was María Aboytes (1734-1812), a successful businesswoman who owned several ships and played a crucial role in the city's economic affairs.

The 19th century saw the Aboytes name spread further across the Americas, with members of the family establishing themselves in various regions. One of the most notable figures from this era was José Aboytes (1812-1887), a rancher and landowner in Texas, who played a significant role in the state's cattle industry during its formative years.

Throughout its history, the Aboytes surname has been associated with various professions, including merchants, innkeepers, ranchers, and landowners. While the name's origins can be traced back to medieval Spain, its journey has spanned continents and centuries, leaving an indelible mark on the diverse cultures and societies it has touched.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Aboytes

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

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

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