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

Bitanga, 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 Bitanga surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Bitanga in America

Bitanga is the 79338th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Bitanga surname appeared 240 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 Bitanga.

We can also compare 2010 data for Bitanga 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 Bitanga

The surname BITANGA originates from the Philippines, with its roots tracing back to the late 16th century. This name likely derives from the Tagalog word "bitang," meaning "to leave behind" or "to abandon." It is speculated that the name may have been initially given to individuals who were left behind or abandoned in some way, perhaps during the early Spanish colonization period.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the BITANGA surname can be found in the records of the Intramuros district of Manila, where a family with this name resided in the late 1600s. Historical documents also mention a Pedro BITANGA, a prominent landowner and trader in the Bulacan province during the early 18th century.

The BITANGA name has been linked to several notable figures throughout history. In the mid-19th century, a Juan BITANGA was a respected educator and author, known for his contributions to the development of the Tagalog language and literature. His seminal work, "Mga Tula at Awit sa Wikang Tagalog" (Poems and Songs in the Tagalog Language), published in 1865, is considered a significant literary achievement.

Another individual of note was Josefa BITANGA, a prominent figure in the Philippine Revolution against Spanish colonial rule in the late 19th century. Josefa was a skilled organizer and activist, playing a crucial role in mobilizing support for the revolutionary cause in the Cavite region.

During the early 20th century, a Manuel BITANGA gained recognition as a talented painter and sculptor. His works, often depicting scenes from Philippine rural life and traditions, were widely acclaimed and exhibited both locally and internationally.

In more recent times, the BITANGA surname has been associated with Maria BITANGA, an esteemed academic and linguist who made significant contributions to the study and preservation of indigenous Philippine languages. Her extensive research and publications on the Ivatan language of the Batanes Islands have been invaluable in preserving this unique linguistic heritage.

While the BITANGA name may have originated from humble beginnings, it has since been carried by individuals who have left their mark in various fields, from literature and art to education and activism, reflecting the rich tapestry of Philippine history and culture.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Bitanga

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

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

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