Alberdi (surname)

Alberdi is a Basque surname with origins in the Gipuzkoa province of Spain. The name derives from the Basque words "alder" meaning "alder tree" and "berri" meaning "new". Therefore, Alberdi can be interpreted as "new alder tree" or "new alder grove."

The Alberdi surname is found primarily in Spain and Argentina, with notable presence also in other Latin American countries.

Notable people with the surname Alberdi:

• Juan Bautista Alberdi (1810-1884): An Argentine political theorist, diplomat, and writer. He is considered one of the most important thinkers in Argentine history and a major influence on the Argentine Constitution of 1853.

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Distribution:

The surname is most prevalent in Spain, particularly in the Basque Country. It is also relatively common in Argentina due to historical immigration patterns. Genealogical resources and surname databases provide further details on the geographical distribution and historical migration patterns of individuals with the Alberdi surname.

Related Surnames:

Variations and related surnames may include Alberdia, Alberdiola, and other surnames derived from similar Basque toponyms or containing elements related to alder trees.