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

Iruegas, 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 Iruegas surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Iruegas in America

Iruegas is the 43151st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Iruegas surname appeared 501 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 Iruegas.

We can also compare 2010 data for Iruegas 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 Iruegas

The surname IRUEGAS is of Spanish origin, believed to have emerged during the Middle Ages in the regions of Aragon and Navarra. It is thought to be derived from the Basque word "iruegi," which means "three paths" or "crossroads," suggesting a connection to a specific location or settlement.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in a 14th-century census document from the town of Jaca in Aragon, where a family bearing the name IRUEGAS was listed among the local residents. This document provides valuable insight into the early distribution and prevalence of the surname in that particular area.

In the 16th century, a notable figure named Juan IRUEGAS (1523-1589) was a prominent scholar and theologian in Seville. He authored several influential works on religious philosophy and served as a professor at the University of Seville, contributing to the intellectual discourse of his time.

Another individual of historical significance was María IRUEGAS (1642-1718), a renowned artist from Zaragoza known for her intricate tapestries and embroidery work. Her pieces were highly sought after by the nobility and can still be found in various museums and private collections across Spain.

During the 17th century, the IRUEGAS family established a foothold in the Americas, with several members migrating to the Spanish colonies in present-day Mexico and Peru. One such individual was Pedro IRUEGAS (1654-1712), who became a successful merchant and landowner in the city of Puebla, leaving a lasting legacy in the region.

In the 19th century, a military officer named Emilio IRUEGAS (1821-1892) gained recognition for his bravery and leadership during the Carlist Wars in Spain. He rose through the ranks and was awarded several honors for his service to the crown.

The surname IRUEGAS, while not among the most common in Spain, has maintained a presence throughout the centuries, with various branches and individuals contributing to the rich tapestry of Spanish history and culture.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Iruegas

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

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

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