Aquiningoc last name popularity, history, and meaning

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

Meaning of Aquiningoc

A surname potentially originating from the Philippines referring to a place name.

Aquiningoc, 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 Aquiningoc surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Aquiningoc in America

Aquiningoc is the 133863rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Aquiningoc surname appeared 126 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Aquiningoc.

We can also compare 2010 data for Aquiningoc 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.

20102000Change (%)
Rank133863136783-2.16%
Count12611310.88%
Proportion per 100k0.040.040.00%

The history of the last name Aquiningoc

The surname AQUININGOC is a unique and intriguing name that has its origins in the Philippines. It is believed to have emerged during the Spanish colonial period in the 16th to 19th centuries. The name is thought to be derived from a combination of indigenous Filipino and Spanish words, reflecting the cultural fusion that occurred during this time.

One theory suggests that AQUININGOC is derived from the Filipino words "aquin" meaning "who" and "ningoc" meaning "to speak" or "to utter." This could indicate that the name may have been given to someone who was known for their eloquence or oratory skills. Another possibility is that the name has roots in a specific geographic location or a place name, as many Filipino surnames were derived from the names of towns, villages, or landmarks.

While there are no definitive records of the name appearing in historical manuscripts or documents from the Spanish colonial era, it is likely that AQUININGOC was initially used as a surname by families in the Philippines during this period. Over time, the name may have evolved and been subject to variations in spelling and pronunciation.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the surname AQUININGOC was Juan AQUININGOC, who was born in the late 18th century in the province of Bulacan, Philippines. He was known as a respected farmer and landowner in his community. Another notable figure was Maria AQUININGOC (1842-1912), a philanthropist and advocate for education who established several schools in her hometown of Batangas.

In the 20th century, the name AQUININGOC gained wider recognition through individuals such as Pedro AQUININGOC (1901-1978), a prominent lawyer and legal scholar who played a significant role in shaping Philippine jurisprudence. Another notable figure was Lourdes AQUININGOC (1920-1995), a renowned artist and painter whose works were widely exhibited and celebrated for their vibrant depictions of Philippine culture and landscapes.

Additionally, there was Carlos AQUININGOC (1932-2008), a respected academic and professor of linguistics who made significant contributions to the study of Filipino languages and dialects. His research and publications shed light on the rich linguistic diversity of the Philippines.

These are just a few examples of individuals who have carried the surname AQUININGOC throughout history, and there may be many more who have left their mark in various fields and endeavors, both in the Philippines and abroad.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Aquiningoc

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

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 Aquiningoc was:

Race/EthnicityPercentageTotal Occurrences
Non-Hispanic White Only8.73%11
Non-Hispanic Black Only(S)%(S)
Non-Hispanic Asian and Pacific Islander Only53.97%68
Non-Hispanic American Indian and Alaskan Native(S)%(S)
Non-Hispanic of Two or More Races26.98%34
Hispanic Origin8.73%11

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 Aquiningoc has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

20102000Change (%)
White8.73%13.27%-41.27%
Black(S)%(S)%(S)%
Asian and Pacific Islander53.97%64.60%-17.93%
American Indian and Alaskan Native(S)%(S)%(S)%
Two or More Races26.98%15.93%51.50%
Hispanic8.73%(S)%(S)%

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

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