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

Bulatao, 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 Bulatao surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Bulatao in America

Bulatao is the 62359th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Bulatao surname appeared 321 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 Bulatao.

We can also compare 2010 data for Bulatao 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 Bulatao

The surname Bulatao is of Filipino origin, tracing its roots to the Tagalog language. It is believed to have emerged during the late 16th or early 17th century, a period marked by significant Spanish influence on Filipino culture and language.

One theory suggests that Bulatao is derived from the Tagalog word "bulat," which means "to disclose" or "to reveal." This could potentially indicate that the name was initially associated with someone who was known for their candor or transparency. However, the exact etymology remains uncertain, and other explanations for the name's origin cannot be ruled out.

Historical records from the Spanish colonial era in the Philippines offer some of the earliest documented instances of the Bulatao surname. In particular, several church records and land ownership documents from the 17th and 18th centuries mention individuals bearing this name, primarily in the provinces of Bulacan and Pampanga.

One notable figure with the Bulatao surname was Francisco Bulatao, a prominent landowner and community leader who lived in the late 18th century. Born in 1752 in the town of Malolos, Bulacan, he was known for his involvement in local governance and his efforts to promote education in the region.

Another historical figure was Gregorio Bulatao, a revolutionary who fought against Spanish colonial rule in the Philippines during the late 19th century. Born in 1863 in Bulacan, he joined the Katipunan, a revolutionary society dedicated to achieving Philippine independence.

In the early 20th century, Emilio Bulatao, born in 1892 in Pampanga, gained recognition as a respected educator and advocate for Filipino cultural preservation. He played a significant role in promoting the use of the Tagalog language and preserving traditional Filipino arts and crafts.

During the mid-20th century, Rodolfo Bulatao, born in 1919 in Bulacan, made significant contributions to the field of sociology. As a professor at the University of the Philippines, he conducted pioneering research on Filipino family structures and social dynamics.

Furthermore, Jaime Bulatao, born in 1935 in Manila, achieved prominence as a renowned philosopher and theologian. He taught at various universities in the Philippines and abroad, and his works explored the intersection of philosophy, religion, and Filipino cultural identity.

While the origins of the Bulatao surname remain shrouded in some uncertainty, its presence in historical records and the notable individuals who bore this name testify to its rich cultural heritage and enduring significance within Filipino society.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Bulatao

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

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

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