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

Amadiz, 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 Amadiz surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Amadiz in America

Amadiz is the 157234th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Amadiz surname appeared 103 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 Amadiz.

The history of the last name Amadiz

The surname Amadiz has its origins in the Iberian Peninsula, specifically in the region of Aragon, Spain. It is believed to have emerged during the 12th century, derived from the Arabic name "Ahmad," which means "highly praised." The name likely underwent various transformations and adaptations as it spread across different regions.

One of the earliest known mentions of the Amadiz surname can be found in a document from the year 1235, which records a certain Rodrigo Amadiz as a landowner in the village of Calatayud, near Zaragoza. This suggests that the name was well-established in the area by that time.

During the Reconquista period, when the Christian kingdoms of the Iberian Peninsula were gradually reclaiming territories from the Moors, the Amadiz family played a notable role in the military campaigns. Historical records from the 13th century mention a valiant knight named Juan Amadiz, who distinguished himself in the Battle of Las Navas de Tolosa in 1212, a decisive victory for the Christian forces against the Almohad Caliphate.

The Amadiz surname also appears in various medieval manuscripts and chronicles from the region, indicating its prominence among the nobility and landed gentry of the time. For instance, a 14th-century codex from the Kingdom of Aragon lists a certain Pedro Amadiz as a member of the royal court, serving as a trusted advisor to King Pedro IV.

As the Amadiz family expanded and members migrated to other parts of the Iberian Peninsula and beyond, variations in spelling and pronunciation emerged. In Portugal, for instance, the name was sometimes rendered as "Amadis" or "Amades," while in certain regions of Spain, it took the form of "Amadiz" or "Amadez."

Notable historical figures bearing the Amadiz surname include:

1. Fernán Amadiz (1420-1489), a celebrated Spanish poet and scholar who resided in the court of King Juan II of Castile.
2. Beatriz Amadiz (1475-1532), a prominent noblewoman from Valencia, known for her patronage of the arts and her philanthropic work.
3. Gonzalo Amadiz (1510-1578), a Spanish conquistador who participated in the expeditions to the Americas, particularly in the conquest of Peru.
4. Álvaro Amadiz (1625-1697), a renowned architect from Seville who designed several notable churches and palaces in the city.
5. Catalina Amadiz (1760-1832), a Spanish painter renowned for her portraits and religious works, which can be found in various churches and museums across Spain.

While the Amadiz surname may not be as widely known today, its historical significance and deep roots in the Iberian Peninsula make it a fascinating example of how names can reflect the rich cultural tapestry of a region and its people.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Amadiz

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

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 Amadiz 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.

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

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