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

Aristil, 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 Aristil surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Aristil in America

Aristil is the 82613th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Aristil surname appeared 228 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 Aristil.

We can also compare 2010 data for Aristil 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 Aristil

The surname Aristil originated from the Spanish region of Catalonia in the 14th century. It is believed to have derived from the ancient Catalan word "aristill," which referred to a type of thin, pointed stick or rod used for various purposes, such as weaving or sewing.

In the medieval records of Barcelona, the name Aristil first appeared as a professional identifier, likely referring to someone who worked with these slender rods or sticks. The earliest known reference dates back to 1367, when a certain Joan Aristil was listed as a resident of the city.

As the surname spread across the region, it underwent slight variations in spelling, including Aristill, Aristili, and Aristill. These variations were common due to the lack of standardized spelling conventions at the time.

One notable historical figure bearing the Aristil name was Pere Aristil, a renowned weaver from Girona who lived in the late 15th century. His intricate tapestries adorned several churches and noble households in the region.

In the 16th century, the Aristil family gained prominence in the town of Lleida, where they owned a successful textile business. One member, Jaume Aristil (1534-1602), served as a respected town councilor and was known for his philanthropic efforts.

Another prominent individual was Eulàlia Aristil (1673-1749), a celebrated poet and writer from Barcelona. Her collection of love sonnets, "Amors Ardents," was widely acclaimed during the Baroque period.

As the name spread beyond Catalonia, it found its way to other parts of Spain and even to the Americas during the age of exploration and colonization. One of the earliest recorded instances in the New World was Juan Aristil, a soldier who accompanied Hernán Cortés during the conquest of Mexico in the early 16th century.

In the 18th century, a notable figure named Manuel Aristil (1721-1789) made his mark as a renowned architect in Cuba. He was responsible for designing several iconic buildings in Havana, including the Palacio de los Capitanes Generales.

Throughout its history, the surname Aristil has maintained a strong presence in various regions, despite its relatively low frequency compared to other Spanish surnames. Its origins trace back to the skilled artisans and tradespeople of medieval Catalonia, reflecting the rich cultural heritage of the region.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Aristil

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

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

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