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

Barlaan, 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 Barlaan surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Barlaan in America

Barlaan is the 113155th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Barlaan surname appeared 155 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 Barlaan.

We can also compare 2010 data for Barlaan 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 Barlaan

The surname BARLAAN has its origins rooted in the Philippines, specifically in the Visayan region. It is believed to have emerged in the 16th century during the Spanish colonial period. The name is derived from the Cebuano word "barlaan," which means "to trade" or "to exchange."

BARLAAN was likely initially associated with individuals involved in trading activities or those working as merchants or traders in the local markets and ports of the Visayan islands. The name may have been bestowed upon individuals who excelled in commercial transactions or had a reputation as skilled negotiators.

Historical records from the Spanish colonial era, such as parish registers and census documents, offer some of the earliest mentions of the BARLAAN surname. One notable individual was Juan BARLAAN, a merchant from Cebu who lived in the late 17th century and was known for his extensive trade networks across the Visayan islands.

The surname BARLAAN can also be traced to certain place names in the Visayan region. For instance, there is a barangay (village) called Barlaan in the municipality of Pilar, Capiz province, which may have served as a trading hub during the Spanish colonial period.

Throughout history, several individuals with the BARLAAN surname have made significant contributions in various fields. One such person was Pedro BARLAAN (1887-1972), a renowned Filipino writer and playwright known for his works that explored themes of social injustice and the struggles of the working class.

Another notable figure was Maria BARLAAN (1924-2008), a celebrated Filipino visual artist whose paintings and sculptures captured the vibrant cultures and traditions of the Philippines. Her works have been exhibited in numerous galleries and museums around the world.

In the field of education, Rodrigo BARLAAN (1910-1998) was a respected educator and administrator who served as the president of the University of the Philippines from 1975 to 1979, contributing to the development of higher education in the country.

The BARLAAN surname has also been associated with political and community leadership. Manuel BARLAAN (1932-2012) was a prominent local politician who served as the mayor of Roxas City, Capiz, for several terms, working towards the development and progress of his constituency.

Additionally, Father Esteban BARLAAN (1918-2002) was a Catholic priest known for his humanitarian efforts and advocacy for social justice, particularly in rural communities in the Visayan region.

While the surname BARLAAN may have evolved and spread across different regions, its origins can be traced back to the Visayan islands of the Philippines, where it was rooted in the trading and commercial activities of the past.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Barlaan

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

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

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