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

Cabauatan, 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 Cabauatan surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Cabauatan in America

Cabauatan is the 129825th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Cabauatan surname appeared 131 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 Cabauatan.

The history of the last name Cabauatan

The surname CABAUATAN is of Filipino origin, tracing its roots back to the early 17th century in the Visayan region of the Philippines. It is believed to have derived from the Visayan word "cabauatan," which translates to "wisdom" or "knowledge."

During the Spanish colonial era, many Filipinos adopted surnames based on local words or phrases, often influenced by their occupation, physical traits, or geographic location. The name CABAUATAN likely originated as a descriptor for someone who was considered wise or knowledgeable within their community.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in a 1692 baptismal record from the town of Cebu, which mentions a certain Juan CABAUATAN. This suggests that the name had already established itself in the region by the late 17th century.

In the 19th century, the name CABAUATAN appeared in several historical documents from the Visayan islands, particularly in Cebu and Bohol. One notable bearer was Pedro CABAUATAN (1811-1887), a respected local leader and landowner in the town of Carcar, Cebu.

Another prominent figure was Catalina CABAUATAN (1832-1901), who was known for her philanthropic work and support for education in the town of Tagbilaran, Bohol. Her family's wealth and influence played a significant role in the development of the community.

During the Philippine Revolution against Spanish rule in the late 19th century, a few individuals bearing the CABAUATAN name were recorded as participating in the struggle for independence, though their specific roles remain obscure in historical accounts.

In the early 20th century, a renowned writer and poet from Cebu named Julio CABAUATAN (1875-1947) gained recognition for his works that celebrated the rich cultural heritage of the Visayan region.

Another notable figure was Maria CABAUATAN (1892-1968), a prominent educator and advocate for women's rights in the province of Bohol. She was instrumental in establishing several schools and promoting literacy among underprivileged communities.

While the CABAUATAN surname has its roots in the Visayan region, bearers of this name can now be found throughout the Philippines and across various Filipino communities around the world.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Cabauatan

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

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

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