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

Bulaon, 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 Bulaon surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Bulaon in America

Bulaon is the 126018th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Bulaon surname appeared 136 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 Bulaon.

We can also compare 2010 data for Bulaon 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 Bulaon

The surname BULAON is of Filipino origin, with its roots traced back to the 16th century during the Spanish colonial period in the Philippines. It is believed to have originated from the Visayan word "bulaon," which means "gold" or "golden." This connection suggests that the surname may have been given to individuals who were involved in the gold trade or had a particular affinity for the precious metal.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the BULAON surname can be found in the historical archives of the Archdiocese of Manila, where it appears in a document dated around 1650. This document mentions a person named Juan BULAON, who was a prominent figure in the local community at the time.

During the 18th century, the BULAON surname gained recognition through the exploits of a prominent military leader named Pedro BULAON. He played a crucial role in defending the town of Cebu against pirate attacks, earning him a place in the annals of Philippine history.

In the 19th century, a notable figure bearing the BULAON surname was Maria BULAON, a renowned artist and painter whose works captured the beauty of Filipino landscapes and traditional life. Her art is still celebrated today and can be found in various museums and private collections across the country.

Another prominent individual with the BULAON surname was José BULAON, a renowned poet and writer who lived in the early 20th century. His poetic works were widely acclaimed and contributed to the preservation of Filipino literature and cultural heritage.

One of the most recent notable figures with the BULAON surname was Alejandro BULAON, a celebrated architect who left his mark on the skyline of Manila with his innovative and culturally-inspired designs. He was born in 1920 and passed away in 2005, leaving behind a legacy of architectural masterpieces.

While the BULAON surname may not have been featured in ancient manuscripts or records like the Domesday Book, its rich history and cultural significance in the Philippines have solidified its place as a proud Filipino surname, deeply rooted in the country's heritage and traditions.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Bulaon

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

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

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