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

Cabigting, 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 Cabigting surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Cabigting in America

Cabigting is the 118185th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Cabigting surname appeared 147 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 Cabigting.

The history of the last name Cabigting

The surname Cabigting is believed to have originated from the Philippines, specifically in the Ilocos region located in the northwestern part of the main island of Luzon. It is likely derived from an older Ilocano word or phrase that may have described a geographical feature, occupation, or personal characteristic.

While the exact origin of the name is uncertain, some scholars suggest that it may be related to the Ilocano word "cabigat," which means "heavy" or "weighty." This could indicate that the surname was initially given to someone who was physically strong or carried a significant burden, either literally or metaphorically.

There are no known historical references or records that specifically mention the surname Cabigting from ancient times or in notable manuscripts. However, many Filipino surnames were influenced by Spanish colonization, and it's possible that the name underwent slight modifications during this period.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the surname Cabigting was Juan Cabigting, who lived in the late 18th century and was a prominent farmer and landowner in the town of Bantay, Ilocos Sur. His descendants continue to carry the Cabigting name to this day.

Another notable figure was Pedro Cabigting, born in 1842 in Vigan, Ilocos Sur. He was a successful merchant and trader who established businesses throughout the Philippines and parts of Southeast Asia.

In the early 20th century, Antonio Cabigting (1890-1978) gained recognition as a pioneering educator and advocate for Filipino literary arts. He founded several schools and published numerous works celebrating the rich cultural heritage of the Ilocos region.

Maria Cabigting (1912-1996), born in Laoag City, Ilocos Norte, was a renowned painter and sculptor. Her artwork, often inspired by Ilocano folklore and traditions, was exhibited in various galleries across the Philippines and internationally.

More recently, Carlos Cabigting (1949-2021) made significant contributions to the field of environmental conservation in the Philippines. He led numerous initiatives to protect natural habitats and promote sustainable practices, earning him multiple awards and accolades.

These are just a few examples of individuals who have carried the Cabigting surname throughout history, contributing to various fields and leaving their mark in their respective communities and beyond.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Cabigting

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

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

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