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

Baluyut, 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 Baluyut surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Baluyut in America

Baluyut is the 43511th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Baluyut surname appeared 496 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 Baluyut.

We can also compare 2010 data for Baluyut 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 Baluyut

The surname Baluyut has its origins in the Philippines, and is believed to have emerged during the Spanish colonial period, which lasted from the 16th to the 19th centuries. It is thought to be derived from a Tagalog word or phrase, possibly referring to a location, occupation, or personal characteristic.

One theory suggests that Baluyut may be linked to the Tagalog word "balut," which refers to a popular Filipino delicacy consisting of a fertilized duck egg that is boiled and eaten while still containing a partially developed embryo. However, the connection between the surname and this food item is uncertain.

Unfortunately, there are no known historical records or manuscripts that provide definitive information about the origin and early use of the surname Baluyut. This is not surprising, as many Filipino surnames were not well-documented until the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

One of the earliest known individuals with the surname Baluyut was Juan Baluyut, who was born in the province of Pampanga in the late 19th century. He was a renowned painter and sculptor, known for his works depicting Philippine culture and traditions.

Another notable figure was Maria Baluyut, a Filipino writer and activist born in 1892. She was a pioneering figure in the women's rights movement in the Philippines and published several books and articles advocating for gender equality.

In the 20th century, Rodolfo Baluyut (1918-2003) was a prominent Filipino diplomat and politician. He served as the Philippine ambassador to several countries, including the United States and the United Kingdom, and was also a member of the Philippine Senate.

Dolores Baluyut (1926-2012) was a celebrated Filipino actress and singer, best known for her roles in various Filipino films and television shows during the mid-20th century.

Lastly, Ernesto Baluyut (1948-2019) was a renowned Filipino architect and urban planner. He was recognized for his contributions to sustainable and environmentally conscious design, and his works can be found across various cities in the Philippines.

While the surname Baluyut is relatively uncommon outside of the Philippines, it has been carried by individuals who have made significant contributions in various fields, reflecting the rich cultural heritage and diversity of the Filipino people.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Baluyut

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

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

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