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

Ardiles, 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 Ardiles surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ardiles in America

Ardiles is the 129825th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ardiles surname appeared 131 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 Ardiles.

The history of the last name Ardiles

The surname ARDILES originated from Spain, specifically from the Basque Country region. It is believed to have derived from the Basque word "ardi," meaning "sheep," and the diminutive suffix "-le," implying a connection to sheep herding or shepherding activities.

The earliest recorded instances of the ARDILES surname can be traced back to the 13th century in Basque Country. Some historical documents mention individuals with variations of the name, such as "Ardila" or "Ardillez," suggesting its evolution over time.

One notable historical reference to the ARDILES surname is found in the "Becerro Galicano de las Behetrías de Castilla," a medieval record compiled in the 14th century. This document listed landowners and their properties, including individuals with the ARDILES name.

In the 16th century, the ARDILES surname began to appear in various regions of Spain, indicating the migration of families bearing this name. One such example is Juan de ARDILES, who was born in Seville in 1512 and served as a prominent architect during the Spanish Renaissance.

As the name spread across Spain, it also found its way to the Spanish colonies in the Americas. One notable figure was Hernando de ARDILES, a conquistador born in Extremadura in 1520, who participated in the conquest of Peru alongside Francisco Pizarro.

During the 18th century, the ARDILES surname gained prominence in the arts and literature. Miguel de ARDILES, born in Madrid in 1725, was a celebrated playwright and poet whose works were widely acclaimed during the Spanish Enlightenment.

Another notable individual with the ARDILES surname was Alejandro ARDILES, a Spanish military officer who fought in the Peninsular War against the French during the early 19th century. He was born in Seville in 1785 and gained recognition for his bravery and leadership on the battlefield.

As the ARDILES surname spread globally, it also found its way to Latin America, particularly in countries like Argentina, where it has maintained a presence over generations. Juan ARDILES, born in Buenos Aires in 1872, was a prominent journalist and political activist who advocated for workers' rights and social reforms.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ardiles

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

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

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