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

Oyervides, 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 Oyervides surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Oyervides in America

Oyervides is the 31184th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Oyervides surname appeared 744 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 Oyervides.

We can also compare 2010 data for Oyervides 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 Oyervides

The surname Oyervides is of Spanish origin, tracing its roots back to the medieval period in the Iberian Peninsula. It is believed to have originated in the northern regions of Spain, particularly in the areas surrounding the Cantabrian Mountains.

This surname is thought to be derived from the Spanish word "ojo," meaning "eye," combined with the suffix "-vides," which could be a reference to a person's physical appearance or a descriptive element related to their occupation or trade. In some cases, surnames with similar endings (-vides, -vide, or -vides) were associated with people involved in the production or trade of wine, suggesting a potential connection to the wine industry.

Historical records and documents from the 13th and 14th centuries mention individuals bearing the surname Oyervides, although the earliest known reference is found in a manuscript from the late 12th century, which lists a certain Rodrigo de Oyervides as a landowner in the region of Asturias.

One notable bearer of this surname was Diego de Oyervides, a Spanish explorer and navigator who accompanied Hernán Cortés during the conquest of Mexico in the early 16th century. Diego played a crucial role in the exploration and mapping of the Gulf of Mexico coastline, and his detailed accounts of the region were invaluable for future expeditions.

Another prominent figure with this surname was Juana de Oyervides, a 16th-century Spanish noblewoman renowned for her philanthropic work and patronage of the arts. She was a prominent figure in the cultural circles of Seville and was known for her support of local artists and writers.

In the 17th century, Pedro de Oyervides, a Spanish soldier and diplomat, gained recognition for his military service and his efforts in negotiating treaties between Spain and various European powers. His diplomatic skills were widely praised, and he was instrumental in maintaining peaceful relations during a period of heightened tensions.

The surname Oyervides also has ties to the region of Galicia, where it is believed to have originated from the place name "Oiervides," a small village located in the province of Ourense. Some historical records mention individuals from this area bearing the surname Oyervides, suggesting a possible connection to the local geography.

While the surname Oyervides is not among the most common in Spain today, it has left a lasting legacy throughout Spanish history, with notable bearers having made significant contributions in various fields, including exploration, arts, diplomacy, and military service.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Oyervides

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

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

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