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

Balisacan, 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 Balisacan surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Balisacan in America

Balisacan is the 96368th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Balisacan surname appeared 189 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 Balisacan.

We can also compare 2010 data for Balisacan 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 Balisacan

The surname BALISACAN is of Filipino origin, tracing its roots back to the early to mid-20th century in the Philippines. It is believed to have derived from the Tagalog language, which is the predominant language spoken in the Philippines.

One theory suggests that BALISACAN may have originated from a combination of two Tagalog words, "bali" meaning "broken" or "fractured," and "sacan," which could refer to a type of agricultural tool or implement. This potential connection to farming tools or activities aligns with the largely agricultural society that existed in many regions of the Philippines during that era.

While there are no known historical records or manuscripts from ancient times that directly reference the BALISACAN surname, several individuals bearing this name have left their mark in more recent history.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the BALISACAN surname can be found in the late 19th century, with the birth of Juan BALISACAN in the province of Pampanga in 1886. Juan was a prominent farmer and landowner in his community, and his descendants continued to carry the BALISACAN name forward.

Another notable figure was Maria BALISACAN, born in 1912 in the town of San Miguel, Manila. Maria was a respected educator and advocate for women's rights, and she played a significant role in establishing several schools and educational initiatives in her region.

In the mid-20th century, Jaime BALISACAN (1931-2007) gained recognition as a talented artist and sculptor. His works were showcased in various exhibitions throughout the Philippines and even internationally, earning him acclaim for his unique style and craftsmanship.

More recently, Arsenio BALISACAN (born in 1957) has made a name for himself as an economist and academic. He has held prestigious positions, including serving as the Secretary of Socioeconomic Planning and Director-General of the National Economic and Development Authority in the Philippines.

Lastly, Lourdes BALISACAN (born in 1972) is a renowned journalist and author, known for her insightful coverage of social and political issues in the Philippines. Her writings have shed light on important topics and have earned her numerous accolades and awards.

While the BALISACAN surname may not have a long and storied history dating back centuries, it has undoubtedly left its mark on Filipino society, with individuals from various fields and professions contributing to the rich tapestry of the country's cultural and intellectual landscape.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Balisacan

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

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

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