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

Aloyo, 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 Aloyo surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Aloyo in America

Aloyo is the 147253rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Aloyo surname appeared 112 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 Aloyo.

We can also compare 2010 data for Aloyo 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 Aloyo

The surname "ALOYO" is believed to have its origins in the Iberian Peninsula, specifically in the regions of Spain and Portugal. It is thought to be derived from the Latin word "aloysius," which means "famous warrior" or "renowned fighter." This suggests that the name may have been originally bestowed upon individuals who displayed exceptional bravery and valor on the battlefield.

The earliest known records of the name "ALOYO" can be traced back to the 12th century, during the era of the Reconquista, when Christian kingdoms in the Iberian Peninsula were engaged in a protracted struggle to reclaim territories from the Moors. It is possible that the name was given to individuals who distinguished themselves in this conflict.

One of the earliest documented instances of the name "ALOYO" is found in the Codex Calixtinus, a 12th-century manuscript that contains the first known account of the Camino de Santiago, a famous pilgrimage route across northern Spain. The manuscript mentions a knight named Rodrigo Aloyo, who was said to have fought valiantly against the Moors in the region of Galicia.

In the 14th century, a notable figure bearing the name "ALOYO" was Pedro Aloyo, a celebrated architect and master builder who was commissioned to design and construct several important churches and monasteries in the city of Seville. His most famous work is the Monastery of Santa María de las Cuevas, a stunning example of Mudéjar architecture that blends Moorish and Christian elements.

Another individual of historical significance was Juan Aloyo, a Spanish explorer and navigator who accompanied Christopher Columbus on his second voyage to the Americas in 1493. Juan Aloyo played a crucial role in charting the course and mapping the newly discovered lands, contributing to the expansion of Spanish exploration and colonization in the New World.

In the 16th century, a notable figure named Inés Aloyo rose to prominence as a influential philanthropist and patron of the arts in the city of Seville. She supported numerous artists, writers, and musicians, and her patronage helped foster the cultural renaissance that flourished in Seville during this period.

Lastly, in the 18th century, a military officer named Manuel Aloyo gained recognition for his valor and leadership during the War of the Spanish Succession. He played a pivotal role in several key battles and was awarded numerous honors for his service to the Spanish crown.

While the surname "ALOYO" is not as common today as it once was, it remains a part of the rich tapestry of Iberian history, reflecting the valor, creativity, and cultural contributions of those who have borne this name throughout the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Aloyo

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

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

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