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

Aldarondo, 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 Aldarondo surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Aldarondo in America

Aldarondo is the 65244th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Aldarondo surname appeared 304 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 Aldarondo.

We can also compare 2010 data for Aldarondo 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 Aldarondo

The surname Aldarondo is of Spanish origin, tracing its roots back to the Basque region of northern Spain and southwestern France during the Middle Ages. The name is derived from the Basque words "alde," meaning "slope" or "hillside," and "arondo," which refers to a type of reed or cane that grows abundantly in marshy areas.

This combination suggests that the name may have originated from a geographical location characterized by sloping terrain and the presence of reeds, possibly a village or settlement in the Basque countryside. The earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in medieval records and documents from the region, often with slight variations in spelling, such as Aldarondo or Aldearrondo.

One of the earliest known bearers of the name was Juan Aldarondo, a prominent landowner and merchant who lived in the Basque town of Bilbao during the 15th century. His name appears in various municipal records and property deeds from that era.

Another notable figure was Rodrigo Aldarondo, a skilled architect and stonemason who contributed to the construction of several churches and monasteries in the Basque Country during the late 16th century. His work can be seen in the intricate stone carvings and architectural details of these historic buildings.

In the 17th century, María Aldarondo, a nun from the Basque region, gained recognition for her exceptional skills in embroidery and needlework. Her exquisite creations adorned the vestments and altar cloths of various churches and monasteries, becoming highly sought after by religious institutions across Spain.

During the 18th century, Pedro Aldarondo, a navigator and explorer from the Basque Country, joined several expeditions to the Americas and the Pacific Ocean. His name appears in ship logs and expedition records from that era, detailing his adventures and discoveries in the New World.

In the 19th century, Ignacio Aldarondo, a Basque-born military officer, served with distinction in the Spanish Army during the Napoleonic Wars. He participated in several crucial battles against the French forces and was decorated for his bravery and leadership on the battlefield.

While the Aldarondo surname originated in the Basque region, it eventually spread to other parts of Spain and beyond as individuals bearing this name migrated and established themselves in new locations. The name's enduring presence serves as a testament to the rich cultural heritage and historical significance of its Basque origins.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Aldarondo

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

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

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