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

Liguez, 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 Liguez surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Liguez in America

Liguez is the 95115th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Liguez surname appeared 192 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 Liguez.

We can also compare 2010 data for Liguez 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 Liguez

The surname Liguez originates from the Basque region of northern Spain and southwestern France, with its earliest known usage dating back to the 13th century. The name is derived from the Basque word "liger," meaning "loyal" or "faithful." It is believed to have been initially used as a descriptive surname, bestowed upon individuals known for their steadfast loyalty and unwavering allegiance.

Historical records indicate that the Liguez family played a notable role in the medieval Basque society, with several members serving as respected landowners and warriors. One of the earliest documented references to the name can be found in a 14th-century charter from the town of Bayonne, which mentions a certain Pedro Liguez, a prominent local figure.

During the 15th century, the Liguez surname gained recognition beyond the Basque region, with several bearers of the name making their mark in various fields. Notable individuals from this period include Juan Liguez (1420-1492), a renowned scholar and theologian who authored several influential treatises on religious philosophy, and Maria Liguez (1460-1535), a skilled artisan renowned for her intricate tapestries and embroidery work.

As the centuries progressed, the Liguez surname continued to spread across Spain and beyond. In the 16th century, records show a Liguez family residing in the city of Seville, where they established themselves as respected merchants and traders. One prominent member of this branch was Rodrigo Liguez (1525-1598), a successful trader who amassed considerable wealth through his business ventures in the Americas.

The 17th century saw the Liguez name appear in the annals of Spanish literature, with the poet and playwright Juana Liguez (1620-1685) gaining recognition for her poignant works that explored themes of love, loss, and the human condition. Her poetry collection, "Versos del Alma" (Verses of the Soul), is considered a masterpiece of the Baroque era.

In the 18th century, the Liguez surname found its way to the New World, with several families settling in various Spanish colonies. One notable figure from this period was Miguel Liguez (1745-1812), a skilled architect who contributed to the design and construction of numerous churches and public buildings in the city of Havana, Cuba.

Throughout its long and storied history, the surname Liguez has been borne by a diverse array of individuals, each leaving their mark on the world in their own unique way. From scholars and artists to merchants and architects, the Liguez name has been a testament to the enduring spirit of loyalty and perseverance that has defined the Basque people for centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Liguez

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

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

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