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

Batayola, 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 Batayola surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Batayola in America

Batayola is the 150452nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Batayola surname appeared 109 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 Batayola.

The history of the last name Batayola

The surname Batayola is believed to have originated in the Philippines during the Spanish colonial era, which lasted from the 16th to the late 19th century. It is thought to be derived from the Tagalog words "bata" meaning child and "yola" which could be a variation of the Spanish word "olla" meaning pot or container. This suggests that the name may have been given to a child who worked with pots or containers, perhaps in a kitchen or pottery workshop.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Batayola surname can be found in the historical records of the town of Taal, located in the province of Batangas, Philippines. In the late 18th century, a family by the name of Batayola is mentioned as residing in the town, which was a significant center of pottery production during that time.

During the Spanish colonial period, surnames were often assigned to Filipino families by Spanish authorities, and many of these surnames reflected occupations, physical characteristics, or places of origin. The name Batayola may have been assigned in a similar manner, reflecting the family's connection to pottery or kitchen work.

One notable individual with the surname Batayola was Juan Batayola, a Filipino revolutionary who fought against the Spanish colonial government in the late 19th century. He was born in 1865 and participated in the Philippine Revolution of 1896, which ultimately led to the country's independence from Spain.

Another historical figure with the Batayola surname was Maria Batayola, a prominent potter and ceramist who lived in the town of Taal in the early 19th century. Her work was highly regarded, and she is credited with helping to preserve and continue the traditional pottery-making techniques of the region.

In the early 20th century, a man named Rodrigo Batayola gained recognition as a skilled woodcarver and sculptor. His intricate and detailed carvings were inspired by Filipino folklore and mythology, and his works were exhibited in various art galleries throughout the Philippines.

In more recent times, the name Batayola has been associated with several notable individuals, including Lourdes Batayola, a Filipino author and poet who published several collections of poetry in the latter half of the 20th century, and Miguel Batayola, a renowned chef and restaurateur who has helped popularize Filipino cuisine both within the country and internationally.

While the Batayola surname may not be as widely known as some other Filipino surnames, its rich history and connection to traditional crafts and occupations makes it a fascinating and significant part of the country's cultural heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Batayola

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

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

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