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

Amboy, 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 Amboy surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Amboy in America

Amboy is the 149395th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Amboy surname appeared 110 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 Amboy.

The history of the last name Amboy

The surname Amboy has its origins in Spain, tracing back to the 16th century. It is believed to be derived from the Spanish phrase "al amboy," which translates to "at the bay" or "by the bay." This suggests that the name may have originated from individuals who lived near a bay or coastal area.

The earliest recorded instances of the name Amboy can be found in historical records and documents from the Spanish colonization of the Americas. It is closely associated with the settlement of Amboy, New Jersey, which was established in the 17th century by Spanish and Dutch colonists.

One of the earliest known bearers of the surname Amboy was Juan de Amboy, a Spanish explorer and cartographer who accompanied the famous conquistador Hernán Cortés on his expeditions to Mexico in the early 1500s. He played a crucial role in mapping the newly discovered territories and documenting the indigenous cultures encountered during these expeditions.

In the late 17th century, a prominent figure named Diego de Amboy was a Spanish captain who led a group of settlers to the region now known as Amboy, New Jersey. He established a trading post and settlement along the bay, which eventually grew into the modern-day city of Perth Amboy.

Another notable individual with the surname Amboy was María de Amboy, a Spanish noblewoman who lived in the 16th century. She was known for her philanthropic efforts and her support for the arts and education in her local community.

During the 18th century, a renowned artist named Francisco de Amboy gained recognition for his intricate paintings and murals that adorned churches and public buildings throughout Spain and its colonies.

In the 19th century, a military officer named Alejandro Amboy distinguished himself in the Spanish-American War, earning numerous accolades for his bravery and strategic leadership.

While the surname Amboy is relatively uncommon today, its rich history and connection to the early Spanish exploration and settlement of the Americas make it a significant part of the cultural tapestry of both Spain and the United States.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Amboy

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

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

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