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

Cacanindin, 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 Cacanindin surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Cacanindin in America

Cacanindin is the 127494th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Cacanindin surname appeared 134 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 Cacanindin.

We can also compare 2010 data for Cacanindin 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 Cacanindin

The surname CACANINDIN is of Philippine origin, with roots tracing back to the early 16th century during the Spanish colonial era in the Philippines. It is believed to have derived from the Visayan word "cacanindin," which means "to be admired" or "to be respected."

This name is primarily concentrated in the Visayan region, particularly in the provinces of Cebu, Bohol, and Negros Oriental. The earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the parish records and census documents from the late 16th and early 17th centuries, often spelled as "Cacanindin" or "Caca-nindin."

One notable historical reference is the inclusion of the name in the records of the Jesuit missions in the Philippines during the 17th century. These records document the conversion and baptism of several individuals bearing the surname CACANINDIN, suggesting that the name was already well-established among the local population at that time.

Among the earliest recorded bearers of the name is Pedro CACANINDIN, who was born in the town of Argao, Cebu, in the late 16th century. He was known for his involvement in the local community and his support for the establishment of the first Catholic church in the area.

Another prominent figure was Maria CACANINDIN, born in the town of Bacong, Negros Oriental, in the early 17th century. She was renowned for her skills in traditional weaving and her dedication to preserving the cultural heritage of the Visayan people.

In the 18th century, Juan CACANINDIN, a farmer from the town of Siaton, Negros Oriental, gained recognition for his efforts in promoting sustainable agricultural practices and his advocacy for the rights of local farmers.

During the 19th century, the name CACANINDIN was associated with the Philippine Revolution against Spanish colonial rule. One notable figure was Francisco CACANINDIN, born in Cebu in 1825, who joined the revolutionary forces and played a role in the battles against the Spanish troops.

In more recent times, the surname CACANINDIN has been carried by notable individuals such as Isabela CACANINDIN, a renowned artist and sculptor from Bohol, who was born in 1920 and gained recognition for her works depicting the rich cultural heritage of the Visayan islands.

These are just a few examples of the historical significance and notable bearers of the surname CACANINDIN, which has its roots deeply embedded in the cultural tapestry of the Philippines, particularly in the Visayan region.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Cacanindin

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

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

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