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

Balagot, 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 Balagot surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Balagot in America

Balagot is the 53316th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Balagot surname appeared 388 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 Balagot.

We can also compare 2010 data for Balagot 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.

The history of the last name Balagot

The surname BALAGOT is believed to have originated in the Philippines during the Spanish colonial period, which lasted from the 16th to the 19th century. It is thought to be derived from the Visayan language, which is spoken in parts of the central and southern Philippines. The name may have its roots in the Visayan words "balag" meaning "branch" or "twig," and "got" meaning "to cut" or "to prune."

One of the earliest recorded instances of the BALAGOT surname can be found in the "Catálogo alfabético de apellidos" (Alphabetical Catalog of Surnames), a document compiled in the late 18th century by Spanish colonial officials in the Philippines. The catalog was created to help the Spanish authorities better identify and keep track of the local population.

In the 19th century, there are records of a BALAGOT family residing in the town of Argao, located in the province of Cebu. This town was known for its rich agricultural heritage, and it is possible that the BALAGOT name was associated with agricultural activities, such as pruning or tending to crops.

Throughout the centuries, several notable individuals have borne the BALAGOT surname. One such person was Juan BALAGOT (1840-1912), a prominent landowner and community leader in the town of Argao. He played a significant role in the development of the local agricultural industry and was respected for his contributions to the community.

Another notable BALAGOT was Maria BALAGOT (1875-1958), a skilled weaver and textile artist from the town of Boljoon, also in the province of Cebu. Her intricate and beautiful woven creations were highly sought after and helped preserve the traditional weaving techniques of the region.

In the early 20th century, Emilio BALAGOT (1890-1972) was a respected educator and advocate for education in the Philippines. He dedicated his life to improving access to education, particularly in rural areas, and played a vital role in establishing several schools in various parts of the country.

Lastly, Josefa BALAGOT (1920-2005) was a renowned writer and poet from the island of Negros. Her works explored themes of identity, cultural heritage, and the experiences of the Filipino people. She received numerous accolades and awards for her literary contributions, including the prestigious Palanca Award.

The BALAGOT surname has a rich history deeply rooted in the Philippines, with its origins likely stemming from the Visayan language and tied to agricultural traditions. Over the centuries, individuals bearing this name have made significant contributions to various fields, leaving a lasting impact on Filipino society and culture.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Balagot

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

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 Balagot was:

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

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

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