First, the idea of hidalgo. They are the Spanish equivalent to the gentry, only most exclusive. Actually, there are dictionaries listing the hidalgo names.
Parentage is very important.
The higher in the social scale, the longest string of last names a person will have. Geez, this is rather vague, and more than you asked, sorry. First, the idea of hidalgo. Actually, there are dictionaries listing the hidalgo names. Parentage is very important.