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

Incháustegui, 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 Incháustegui surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Incháustegui in America

Incháustegui is the 154907th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Incháustegui surname appeared 105 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 Incháustegui.

The history of the last name Incháustegui

The surname Inchaustegui has its roots in the Basque region of northern Spain and southwestern France. It is believed to have originated sometime during the Middle Ages, likely between the 10th and 13th centuries. The name itself is thought to be derived from the Basque words "intxausteri" and "guen," which roughly translate to "walnut grove" or "place of walnuts."

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Inchaustegui name can be found in a 14th-century document from the town of Hernani, located in the Basque province of Gipuzkoa. This document references a landowner named Juan de Inchaustegui who owned a sizable walnut grove in the area. It is likely that the name was initially used as a descriptive term to identify this individual and his family with their land holdings.

Throughout the centuries, various spellings of the name have been documented, such as Inchausteguy, Inchaustiguy, and Inchaustieta. These variations often reflect regional dialects and linguistic differences within the Basque regions. Additionally, the name has been associated with several place names in the area, such as Inchausteguieta and Inchausteguibeitia, further solidifying its connection to the local geography.

In the 16th century, a notable figure named Pedro de Inchaustegui gained recognition as a skilled navigator and cartographer. He was responsible for creating several detailed maps of the Basque coast and surrounding areas, which were highly valued during that era of maritime exploration.

Another prominent individual bearing the Inchaustegui name was Martín de Inchaustegui, a 17th-century Basque architect who contributed to the design and construction of several churches and monasteries in the region. His most notable work is the Church of San Sebastián in the town of Soresu.

During the 18th century, Juan Bautista de Inchaustegui made a name for himself as a successful merchant and trader, establishing trade routes between the Basque region and various ports in the Americas. His business ventures played a significant role in the economic development of the area.

In the 19th century, Ignacio de Inchaustegui was a respected Basque linguist and scholar who dedicated his life to preserving and promoting the Basque language and culture. His work helped to safeguard the rich linguistic heritage of the region for future generations.

The Inchaustegui surname continues to be prevalent in the Basque regions of Spain and France, as well as among Basque diaspora communities around the world. Its deep-rooted connection to the land and the unique culture of the Basque people remains a source of pride for those who bear this name.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Incháustegui

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

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

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