2010
#147,253
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 112
First available Census row
Per 100,000 0.04
Very Rare Last name
Baetiong
A toponymic Filipino surname derived from a location name.
According to the 2020 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 135 Americans carry the last name Baetiong. That puts it at #143,511 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 2,538,921 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Baetiong surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, a multi-census history view, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
135
1 in 2,538,921
Census rank
#143,511
2020 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.0
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
118
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 118 bearers of the surname Baetiong in its 2020 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 143511th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Baetiong, the largest self-reported group is Asian/Pacific Islander at 92.4%. The next largest groups are White (3.4%) and Two or More Races (3.4%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Baetiong
The surname BAETIONG has its origins in the Philippines. It is believed to have derived from the Tagalog language, one of the major languages spoken in the country. The name can be traced back to the late 16th century when the Spanish colonized the Philippines.
The etymology of BAETIONG is not entirely clear, but it is thought to be a combination of two Tagalog words, "baet" which means "good" or "kind," and "iong" which is a suffix indicating possession or belonging. This suggests that the name may have originally been given to someone who was known for their good or kind character.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name BAETIONG can be found in the Spanish census records from the late 1500s, during the early years of Spanish rule in the Philippines. These records were used by the Spanish authorities to keep track of the local population and often included names, occupations, and other details.
In the 17th century, a man named Juan BAETIONG was mentioned in a historical account as a respected leader in a small village near Manila. He was known for his efforts in mediating disputes among the local residents and promoting peace and harmony within the community.
During the 19th century, a prominent figure named Maria BAETIONG gained recognition for her work as a midwife and traditional healer in the province of Pampanga. She was widely respected for her knowledge of traditional medicine and her compassionate care for mothers and newborn babies.
In the early 20th century, a Filipino writer and poet named Carlos BAETIONG published a collection of poems that celebrated the beauty and culture of the Philippines. His work was influential in shaping the literary landscape of the country during that period.
Another notable individual with the surname BAETIONG was Josefa BAETIONG, a courageous woman who played a significant role in the Philippine Revolution against Spanish colonial rule in the late 19th century. She is remembered for her bravery and her commitment to the cause of independence.
While the BAETIONG surname may not be as widely known as some other Filipino names, it holds a rich history and cultural significance within the Philippines. The name's roots in the Tagalog language and its association with positive qualities such as kindness and goodness add to its significance and appeal.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Baetiong
Among Census respondents with the surname Baetiong, the largest self-reported group is Asian/Pacific Islander at 92.4%. The next largest groups are White (3.4%) and Two or More Races (3.4%).
The bar chart below shows how Baetiong bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2020 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Percentages are shown for every Census year so the breakdown stays comparable over time. When the source file also includes raw headcounts, Name Census shows those alongside the percentages in the legend.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Baetiong surname at the time of the 2020 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- Asian and Pacific Islander92.4% · 109
- White3.4% · 4
- Two or more races3.4% · 4
- American Indian and Alaska Native0.8% · 1
Timeline
Historical Census data for Baetiong
Baetiong appears in 2 published Census surname files: 2010, 2020. The cards below show how the name's rank and bearer count changed across each release.
2020
#143,511
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 118
+6 bearers (+5.4%)
Per 100,000 0.04
Rank movement Up 3,742 places
| Year | Rank | Count | Per 100K | Count change | Rank change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | #147,253 | 112 | 0.04 | First available Census row | First available Census row |
| 2020 | #143,511 | 118 | 0.04 | +6 bearers (+5.4%) | Up 3,742 places |
For 2020, the Census Bureau published race and Hispanic-origin columns as counts rather than percentages. Name Census converts those counts back into shares so the ancestry section stays comparable with the older surname files.
Year on year
2010 vs 2020 Census
How has the Baetiong surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
20102020
| Metric | 2010 | 2020 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #147,253 | #143,511 | 2.5% |
| Count | 112 | 118 | 5.4% |
| Per 100K | 0.04 | 0.04 | -1.3% |
Between the 2010 and 2020 Census, the number of Baetiong bearers went from 112 to 118 (+5.4% change). The surname moved up 3,742 positions in the national ranking, going from #147,253 to #143,511.
FAQ
Baetiong surname: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. have the surname Baetiong?
Name Census estimates that about 135 living Americans carry the surname Baetiong. Using the current population baseline, that works out to roughly 1 in 2,538,921 residents.
How common is Baetiong?
Baetiong ranks #143,511 in the 2020 Census surname tables and is classified on this site as "Very Rare." The Census recorded the name at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, which is about 0 people out of every 100,000.
How many people with this surname were counted in the Census?
The raw 2020 Census file counted 118 people with the surname Baetiong. That is different from the site's living-bearer estimate (135), which projects the surname's present-day count by applying the Census frequency rate to the current U.S. population.
What does 0.04 per 100,000 actually mean?
It is the Census Bureau's normalized frequency measure. A rate of 0.04 per 100,000 means that if you picked a random group of 100,000 U.S. residents, you would expect about 0 of them to have the surname Baetiong.
Has Baetiong become more or less common over time?
Between 2010 and 2020, the surname Baetiong went from 112 recorded bearers to 118. That is an increase of 6 (+5.4%). In the national ranking it rose from #147,253 to #143,511.
What does the Census say about the background of Baetiong?
Among Census respondents with the surname Baetiong, the largest self-reported group is Asian/Pacific Islander at 92.4%. The next largest groups are White (3.4%) and Two or More Races (3.4%). These figures come from the 2020 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Which group reports this surname most often?
Asian/Pacific Islander is the largest self-reported group for the surname Baetiong in the 2020 Census, accounting for 92.4% (109 people in the source table).
What is the full ancestry breakdown?
Baetiong appears across multiple self-reported groups in the Census data. The largest shares in the 2020 file are Asian/Pacific Islander (92.4%), White (3.4%), Two or More Races (3.4%). For 2020, the source file also published raw headcounts for each group, which is why this page can show both percentages and counts in the ancestry section.
Is this page using the latest Census data?
Yes. This page is using the latest surname file currently loaded on Name Census, which is 2020. The historical section above also keeps any older Census surname entries we have for Baetiong (2010, 2020).
Does the Census include every surname?
No. The Census Bureau only publishes surnames that appeared at least 100 times in a given decennial Census. That means very rare surnames are excluded entirely, and a surname can appear in one Census release but disappear from a later one if it falls below the reporting threshold.
Why don't the ancestry percentages always add up to exactly 100%?
There are two main reasons: rounding and suppression. The Census Bureau rounds published values, and it may suppress very small cells to protect privacy. For 2020, the Bureau also published raw group counts rather than direct percentages, so Name Census converts those counts back into shares for comparability across census years.
What does Baetiong mean?
A toponymic Filipino surname derived from a location name. The fuller origin note on this page goes into more detail.
Where does the surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These files list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2020 Census, along with a count, a per-100,000 rate, and a self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.
How does Name Census estimate living bearers?
For surnames, Name Census does not age cohorts the way it does for first names. Instead, it takes the Census Bureau's published frequency for Baetiong (0.04 per 100,000) and applies that rate to the current U.S. resident population to estimate how many living Americans have the surname today.
How many people have the last name Baetiong?
If you just want to know how many people have the surname Baetiong, HowManyOfMe.org gives you the headline number in one glance.