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

Bunag, 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 Bunag surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Bunag in America

Bunag is the 57372nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Bunag surname appeared 355 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 Bunag.

We can also compare 2010 data for Bunag 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 Bunag

The surname Bunag is believed to have originated in the Philippines, with roots tracing back to the 16th century. It is thought to be derived from the Tagalog word "bunag," which means "to bloom" or "to blossom." This name was likely given to families who lived near areas with abundant flora or were involved in the cultivation of plants.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Bunag can be found in the late 1700s when a man named Juan Bunag was listed in a local census in the province of Bulacan. Another notable mention is in the early 1800s when a woman named Maria Bunag was recorded as a landowner in the town of Malolos.

In the late 19th century, a prominent figure named Andres Bunag (1845-1912) emerged as a successful businessman and landowner in the Visayan region of the Philippines. He was known for his contributions to the local community and his involvement in various civic organizations.

Another individual of note was Pedro Bunag (1870-1941), a renowned writer and poet who published several works celebrating Filipino culture and traditions. His literary works were widely acclaimed and helped preserve the country's rich heritage.

During the early 20th century, a man named Julio Bunag (1905-1983) made a name for himself as a skilled architect who designed several notable buildings and structures across the Philippines. His works were celebrated for their unique blend of traditional and modern elements.

In the field of education, Lourdes Bunag (1920-1998) left a lasting impact as a respected professor and advocate for educational reforms. She dedicated her life to improving the quality of education in the Philippines and inspiring generations of students.

While the Bunag surname may not be as widely known as some others, it holds a rich history and has been carried by individuals who have made significant contributions to various aspects of Philippine society throughout the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Bunag

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

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

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