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

Ariaga, 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 Ariaga surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ariaga in America

Ariaga is the 65964th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ariaga surname appeared 300 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 Ariaga.

We can also compare 2010 data for Ariaga 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 Ariaga

The surname Ariaga originates from the Basque region of northern Spain and southwestern France. It is believed to have derived from the Basque word "arri," meaning stone, and the suffix "-aga," indicating a place or homestead. This suggests that the name may have initially referred to a family or individuals residing in a stony or rocky area.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Ariaga can be traced back to the 12th century in the village of Ariaga, located in the province of Navarre, Spain. During this period, surnames were often derived from the names of towns, villages, or geographical features, and it is likely that the name Ariaga emerged as a result of this practice.

In the 15th century, historical records mention a nobleman named Juan de Ariaga, who held significant influence in the region of Navarre. Unfortunately, specific details about his life and accomplishments are scarce, but his name serves as an early example of the surname's usage.

In the 16th century, a notable figure named Pedro de Ariaga played a role in the Spanish colonization of the Americas. He was a sailor and explorer who accompanied several expeditions to the New World, though the details of his contributions are not well-documented.

During the 17th century, a prominent family with the surname Ariaga resided in the town of Lekeitio, located in the Basque Country of Spain. They were involved in maritime trade and fishing, which were important industries in the region at the time.

In the late 18th century, a physician named José Ignacio de Ariaga gained recognition for his contributions to the field of medicine. He was born in the Basque region in 1745 and worked tirelessly to improve healthcare practices and treatments in his community.

Throughout its history, the surname Ariaga has been associated with various professions and backgrounds, reflecting the diverse experiences of those who bear this name. While its origins can be traced back to the Basque region, the name has likely spread to other parts of the world due to migration and the dispersal of families over time.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ariaga

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

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

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