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

Bantugan, 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 Bantugan surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Bantugan in America

Bantugan is the 158432nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Bantugan surname appeared 102 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 Bantugan.

The history of the last name Bantugan

The surname Bantugan originates from the Philippines, tracing its roots back to the early 16th century during the Spanish colonial period. It is believed to be derived from the Tagalog word "bantog," which means "famous" or "renowned," suggesting that the name may have been given to individuals who had achieved a certain level of distinction or notoriety within their communities.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Bantugan surname can be found in the "Libro de las Casadas" (Book of the Married Women), a document compiled by Spanish friars in the late 16th century, which served as a record of marriages between Spanish colonists and indigenous Filipinos. This document mentions a certain Juan Bantugan, who was married to a woman named Maria in the town of Tondo, now part of Metro Manila.

During the 17th and 18th centuries, the Bantugan name appeared in various historical records, such as church registries and land ownership documents, particularly in the provinces of Bulacan, Pampanga, and Tarlac. This suggests that the name had spread across different regions of the Philippine archipelago.

One notable figure bearing the Bantugan surname was Alejo Bantugan, a revolutionary leader who fought against Spanish colonial rule in the late 19th century. He was born in 1856 in the town of Meycauayan, Bulacan, and played a significant role in the Philippine Revolution of 1896-1898, leading local militia forces in his home province.

Another prominent individual with the Bantugan name was Emilio Bantugan, a renowned painter and sculptor who lived in the early 20th century. Born in 1901 in Malolos, Bulacan, he is considered one of the pioneers of modern Philippine art, known for his iconic works depicting rural life and landscapes.

In the field of literature, one cannot overlook the contributions of Nicanor Bantugan, a celebrated writer and poet from the province of Pampanga. Born in 1912, he is recognized for his works in both Tagalog and Kapampangan languages, earning him numerous accolades, including the prestigious Gawad Pambansang Alagad ni Balagtas (National Balagtas Award) in 1989.

The Bantugan name has also been associated with various places in the Philippines. For instance, the "Barrio Bantugan" (Bantugan Village) in the town of Bocaue, Bulacan, was likely named after an early settler or prominent family bearing the surname. Additionally, there is a "Barangay Bantugan" (Bantugan Village) in the town of Marilao, Bulacan, further reflecting the historical presence of the name in the region.

While the Bantugan surname may not be among the most common in the Philippines today, its rich history and impact on various aspects of Philippine society, from literature and art to the revolution against colonial rule, have cemented its place in the country's cultural heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Bantugan

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

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 Bantugan 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.

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

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