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

Uriostegui, 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 Uriostegui surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Uriostegui in America

Uriostegui is the 10155th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Uriostegui surname appeared 3,177 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 1 people would have the surname Uriostegui.

We can also compare 2010 data for Uriostegui 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 Uriostegui

The surname Uriostegui has its origins in the Basque region of Spain and France. It is believed to have emerged in the 7th century, derived from the Basque words "uri" meaning town and "ostegui" meaning Thursday. The name likely referred to a person who lived in a town or village where the weekly market was held on Thursdays.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Uriostegui can be found in the Becerro Antiguo de Vizcaya, a medieval Basque census document dating back to the 14th century. The name appears in various spellings, such as Uriosteguy, Uriosteguy, and Uriostegui.

In the 16th century, the Uriostegui family gained prominence in the Basque Country, with several members holding positions of authority and influence. One notable figure was Juan de Uriostegui (1520-1588), a merchant and ship-owner who played a crucial role in the naval campaigns against the English during the Anglo-Spanish War.

As the Spanish Empire expanded across the Americas, the Uriostegui name spread to the New World. In the late 17th century, Pedro de Uriostegui (1650-1720) was among the early Spanish settlers in what is now Mexico. He established a successful ranching operation and became a prominent landowner in the region.

The Uriostegui name also has a presence in literature and art. Miguel de Uriostegui (1780-1845), a Spanish poet and playwright, was renowned for his works celebrating Basque culture and traditions. Additionally, Javier Uriostegui (1890-1962), a Mexican painter, gained recognition for his vibrant depictions of rural life and landscapes.

Another notable figure was Ignacio Uriostegui (1820-1895), a Mexican military officer who fought in the Mexican-American War and the Reform War. He rose to the rank of general and played a crucial role in defending the country against foreign invasions.

Over the centuries, the Uriostegui name has maintained a strong presence in various regions, with descendants scattered across Spain, France, Mexico, and other parts of the Americas. While the spelling and pronunciation may have evolved over time, the name continues to carry the rich historical and cultural heritage of its Basque origins.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Uriostegui

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

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

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