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

Amigable, 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 Amigable surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Amigable in America

Amigable is the 146201st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Amigable surname appeared 113 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 Amigable.

The history of the last name Amigable

The surname "AMIGABLE" is of Spanish origin, and it can be traced back to the Middle Ages. The name is derived from the Spanish word "amigable," which means "friendly" or "amicable." It is believed that the name was originally given to someone who was known for their affable and congenial nature.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name "AMIGABLE" can be found in the archives of the Spanish town of Villafranca de los Barros, which is located in the province of Badajoz. In a document dated 1437, a farmer named Juan Amigable was mentioned as a landowner in the area.

Another early mention of the name can be found in the records of the Spanish Inquisition. In 1492, a man named Diego Amigable was accused of secretly practicing Judaism and was subsequently tried and punished by the Inquisition.

As the name gained popularity, it began to spread throughout Spain and eventually to Spanish colonies in the Americas. In the 16th century, a man named Pedro Amigable was one of the early Spanish settlers in the city of Havana, Cuba.

One notable figure with the surname "AMIGABLE" was Francisca Amigable, a Spanish painter who lived in the 17th century. She was renowned for her religious paintings and her works can still be found in churches and museums throughout Spain.

In the 18th century, a man named Juan Amigable was a prominent merchant in the city of Mexico City. He was known for his successful business dealings and his philanthropic efforts, which included donating funds to establish a school for underprivileged children.

During the 19th century, a man named Emilio Amigable gained notoriety as a political activist and writer in Spain. He was a strong advocate for workers' rights and social reforms, and his writings played a role in shaping the political discourse of the time.

Another notable figure with the surname "AMIGABLE" was María Amigable, a Spanish opera singer who lived in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. She performed in some of the most prestigious opera houses in Europe and was widely acclaimed for her vocal talents.

These are just a few examples of the historical figures who have borne the surname "AMIGABLE" throughout the centuries. While the name may have originated in Spain, it has since spread to other parts of the world, thanks to migration and cultural exchange.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Amigable

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

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

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