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

Agudelo, 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 Agudelo surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Agudelo in America

Agudelo is the 11933rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Agudelo surname appeared 2,622 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 1 people would have the surname Agudelo.

We can also compare 2010 data for Agudelo 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 Agudelo

The surname Agudelo originated in Colombia and can be traced back to the 16th century. It is derived from the Spanish word "agudo," meaning "sharp" or "acute," which could refer to a person's physical or mental sharpness. The name may also have its roots in a geographic location, such as a town or region, but the exact origin is uncertain.

Agudelo is a common surname in the Antioquia region of Colombia, particularly in the cities of Medellín and Rionegro. It first appeared in historical records from this area during the Spanish colonial period, suggesting that the name has been present in Colombia for several centuries.

One of the earliest documented instances of the surname Agudelo can be found in the baptismal records of the Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria in Medellín, dating back to the late 16th century. This church, also known as La Candelaria, is one of the oldest in the city and has been an important historical site for preserving records of the local population.

Agudelo is not a name that appears in widely known historical documents like the Domesday Book, which focused on England and parts of Europe. However, it has been associated with notable figures in Colombian history and culture.

One such individual was Pedro Agudelo Rendón (1899-1978), a Colombian politician and lawyer who served as the Mayor of Medellín from 1944 to 1946. He was known for his efforts to modernize the city and improve its infrastructure.

Another notable bearer of the Agudelo surname was Héctor Abad Gómez (1920-1987), a Colombian physician, writer, and human rights activist. He was assassinated by paramilitary groups for his outspoken criticism of violence and his advocacy for social justice.

In the field of literature, Álvaro Agudelo Hernández (1926-2009) was a renowned Colombian poet and essayist. His works explored themes of identity, memory, and the human condition, earning him recognition both in Colombia and internationally.

In the world of sports, José Agudelo (born 1993) is a Colombian professional footballer who currently plays as a midfielder for the Major League Soccer club New York Red Bulls.

Finally, María Agudelo (born 1979) is a Colombian visual artist known for her multimedia installations and performances that address issues of gender, identity, and social justice.

These are just a few examples of individuals throughout history who have carried the surname Agudelo, showcasing its prevalence and significance within Colombian culture and society.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Agudelo

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

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

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