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

Jardeleza, 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 Jardeleza surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Jardeleza in America

Jardeleza is the 137327th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Jardeleza surname appeared 122 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 Jardeleza.

We can also compare 2010 data for Jardeleza 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 Jardeleza

The surname Jardeleza has its origins in the Philippines, specifically in the Visayan region. It is believed to have emerged during the Spanish colonial period, which lasted from the 16th to the 19th century. The name is likely derived from the combination of two Spanish words, "jardin" meaning garden, and "leza" which refers to a type of stone or rock.

One of the earliest recorded instances of this surname can be found in the 1850s, when a family bearing the name Jardeleza settled in the town of Guiuan, Eastern Samar. It is possible that the name was initially given to individuals who lived near or worked in a garden area surrounded by rocky terrain.

In the late 19th century, a notable figure named Domingo Jardeleza gained prominence as a landowner and local leader in the town of Guiuan. He played a significant role in the region's agricultural and economic development during that time period.

During the early 20th century, a man named Mariano Jardeleza, born in 1875, became a prominent educator and advocate for education in the Philippines. He established several schools and worked tirelessly to promote literacy and educational opportunities, particularly in rural areas.

Another individual with this surname, Juan Jardeleza, born in 1890, was a respected lawyer and judge in the Philippines. He served as a judge in the Court of First Instance and was known for his integrity and commitment to upholding the rule of law.

In the mid-20th century, a Filipino journalist and writer named Maria Jardeleza gained recognition for her work in advocating for women's rights and social justice. Her writings and activism contributed to raising awareness about issues affecting women and marginalized communities in the Philippines.

While the surname Jardeleza is not among the most common in the Philippines, it has a rich history and has been carried by individuals who have made significant contributions to various fields throughout the centuries. The name's origins and evolution reflect the diverse cultural influences that have shaped the Philippine archipelago over time.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Jardeleza

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

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

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