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

Elguea, 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 Elguea surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Elguea in America

Elguea is the 109758th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Elguea surname appeared 161 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 Elguea.

We can also compare 2010 data for Elguea 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 Elguea

The surname ELGUEA has its origins in the Basque region of northern Spain and southwestern France, an area with a distinct culture and language. The name is believed to have derived from the Basque language, though its exact etymology is uncertain. Some linguists suggest it may be related to the Basque word "elguea," meaning "place of the alder trees," potentially indicating a connection to a specific location or landmark.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the ELGUEA surname dates back to the 15th century in the town of Lesaka, located in the province of Navarre, Spain. Historical records from this region often featured variations in spelling, such as ELGUETA and ELGUEDA, due to the unique phonetic structure of the Basque language and its adaptation to written Spanish.

In the 16th century, the ELGUEA name appears in several local documents and records, including land deeds and municipal registers. Notable individuals from this period include Juan de ELGUEA (c. 1520-1585), a respected landowner and community leader in the village of Aranaz, and María ELGUEA (c. 1550-1610), a skilled weaver whose works were highly sought after in the region.

As the centuries progressed, members of the ELGUEA family began to establish themselves in other parts of Spain and beyond. One prominent figure was Miguel ELGUEA (1765-1842), a successful merchant and trader who settled in Cádiz, a major port city in southern Spain. His business dealings and influence extended across the Atlantic, leading to the establishment of ELGUEA family branches in various parts of the Americas.

Another noteworthy individual was Juana ELGUEA (1810-1892), a renowned educator and advocate for women's rights in Madrid. Her efforts to establish schools and educational programs for underprivileged girls earned her widespread recognition and acclaim during her lifetime.

In the 20th century, the ELGUEA name gained further prominence with the achievements of Pedro ELGUEA (1906-1988), a celebrated artist and sculptor whose works were exhibited in galleries across Europe and Latin America. His masterpieces can be found in numerous public spaces and museums, cementing his legacy as one of the most influential Basque artists of his time.

While the ELGUEA surname has maintained its strongest roots in the Basque region and Spain, it has also spread to other parts of the world through migration and cultural exchange. The rich history and cultural significance of this name continue to be celebrated and explored by historians, linguists, and genealogists alike.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Elguea

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

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

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