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

Andalon, 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 Andalon surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Andalon in America

Andalon is the 34967th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Andalon surname appeared 645 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 Andalon.

We can also compare 2010 data for Andalon 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 Andalon

The surname Andalon has its origins in Spain, specifically in the region of Andalusia. It is believed to have emerged during the Middle Ages, around the 12th or 13th century. The name is derived from the Arabic word "al-Andalus," which referred to the Iberian Peninsula under Moorish rule.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Andalon can be found in a document from the 14th century, which mentions a nobleman named Juan de Andalon. This individual was likely from a prominent family in the Andalusian region during that time period.

The name Andalon is often associated with the city of Seville, which was a thriving center of trade and culture under Moorish rule. It is possible that the name originated from a place name or a reference to someone who hailed from the region of Andalusia.

In the 16th century, a notable figure named Diego de Andalon was a Spanish conquistador who participated in the conquest of Mexico under Hernán Cortés. He played a significant role in the subjugation of the Aztec Empire and the establishment of Spanish rule in the region.

Another notable individual with the surname Andalon was Francisco de Andalon, a 17th-century Spanish painter known for his religious works and portraits. He was born in Seville in 1609 and became a prominent artist in his time, contributing to the rich artistic heritage of the Andalusian region.

During the 18th century, a Spanish military officer named Miguel de Andalon gained recognition for his service in the Spanish Army. He participated in various campaigns and was renowned for his leadership and bravery on the battlefield.

In the 19th century, a writer and poet named Andrés de Andalon made a name for himself in the literary circles of Spain. He was born in Granada in 1812 and was known for his romanticist works that celebrated the rich culture and heritage of Andalusia.

While the surname Andalon is not as common as some other Spanish surnames, it has a rich history deeply rooted in the Andalusian region of Spain. The name has been carried by notable figures throughout the centuries, reflecting the cultural and historical significance of this region in the Iberian Peninsula.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Andalon

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

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

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