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

Cardinas, 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 Cardinas surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Cardinas in America

Cardinas is the 86981st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Cardinas surname appeared 214 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 Cardinas.

We can also compare 2010 data for Cardinas 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 Cardinas

The surname CARDINAS is of Spanish origin, tracing its roots back to the Iberian Peninsula. It is believed to have emerged in the 8th century, during the Moorish occupation of Spain, when Arabic culture and language had a profound influence on the region.

One theory suggests that CARDINAS is derived from the Arabic word "qardinas," which means "artichoke." This connection may stem from an association with agriculture or a particular region known for cultivating this crop. Alternatively, it could have been a nickname or a place name related to this plant.

Early records indicate that the CARDINAS surname was prevalent in the southern regions of Spain, particularly in Andalusia and the surrounding areas. This aligns with the historical presence of Moorish settlements and the lasting impact of Arabic influence in these regions.

The first documented instances of the CARDINAS surname can be traced back to the 11th century, with references found in medieval manuscripts and chronicles. One notable example is the mention of a nobleman named Rodrigo CARDINAS in a document dated 1095, outlining land grants in the region of Seville.

As the centuries passed, the CARDINAS name spread throughout Spain and eventually to other parts of Europe and the Americas, carried by explorers, settlers, and immigrants. Notable individuals bearing this surname include:

1. Juan CARDINAS (1520-1587), a Spanish explorer and navigator who accompanied Hernán Cortés on his expeditions to the New World.
2. María CARDINAS (1645-1708), a renowned poet and writer from Seville, whose works celebrated the rich cultural heritage of Andalusia.
3. Padre Francisco CARDINAS (1712-1782), a Jesuit missionary who established several missions in California and played a crucial role in the early colonization efforts.
4. Diego CARDINAS (1845-1912), a prominent Spanish painter renowned for his vivid depictions of Andalusian landscapes and traditional life.
5. Carmen CARDINAS (1920-2005), a renowned flamenco dancer and choreographer who helped popularize this art form on the international stage.

Throughout its history, the CARDINAS surname has been associated with various place names and alternative spellings, such as Cardenas, Cardines, and Cardino, reflecting regional variations and linguistic adaptations over time.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Cardinas

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

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

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