The Hidalgo Coat of Arms and Name Meaning
Discover the meaning of Hidalgo, its origins in Spain, and the story behind a Hidalgo family crest.
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Origin of the Hidalgo name
Hidalgo comes from hidalgo, the Spanish term for a member of the lower nobility, from fijo d'algo, "son of something", that is, a person of property and standing. As a surname it may have marked real status or been a nickname for someone with noble airs. Hidalgo is most common in Andalusia and Extremadura and across Latin America.
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This overview covers the Hidalgo name in Spain. We also hold records of the name in other countries, such as Mexico, Argentina and the Philippines; your full pack is researched for your family's country of origin.
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Hidalgo name FAQ
What does the Hidalgo name mean?
Nobleman, "son of something". Common variants include Fidalgo, Hijosdalgo, Idalgo.
Where does the Hidalgo surname come from?
It originates in Spain, and is also found in Mexico, Argentina and the Philippines.
Is there a Hidalgo coat of arms?
Arms were granted to individuals, not whole surnames, so there is no single Hidalgo crest. Herald Lab paints a personalized Hidalgo coat of arms based on historic heraldry.
Researched by Herald Lab Research Studio, since 1993. Sources: Roberto Faure, María Asunción Ribes & Antonio García, Diccionario de apellidos españoles (Espasa, 2001); Dictionary of American Family Names (Oxford).