Cardenas Surname Origin & Meaning
/kar-DEH-nas/Cardenas is most likely a surname of Mexican origin.
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Surname Origin
The surname Cardenas is of Spanish origin, derived from the place name Cardenas in Spain. It is a toponymic surname, originally given to people from that area. The name itself may come from the Latin 'cardo', meaning 'hinge', or from a place with a similar name. It is common in Spanish-speaking countries and among Hispanic communities worldwide.
Surname Ethnicity & Nationality
These estimates show the cultural and national origins most closely associated with this name. They describe the name, not an individual's identity.
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Mexican (Hispanic/Latino) 87% -
Spanish (Castilian) 10% -
Filipino (Filipino) 3%
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Surname Details
- Surname: Cardenas
Famous People Named Cardenas
Notable individuals include Carlos Cárdenas, a Colombian footballer; José Cárdenas, a Mexican politician; and Ana Cárdenas, a Colombian actress.
Cardenas Numerology
Numerology is provided for entertainment only and is not scientific.
Soul Urge Number: 11
People with this name tend to be: Intuitive, spiritual and illuminating (Master Number).
Sources & Methodology
US popularity data comes from the Social Security Administration. Origin and ethnicity estimates are generated from name patterns and cultural distributions using AI-assisted analysis.
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