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

Dimayuga, 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 Dimayuga surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Dimayuga in America

Dimayuga is the 56444th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Dimayuga surname appeared 362 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 Dimayuga.

We can also compare 2010 data for Dimayuga 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 Dimayuga

The surname DIMAYUGA originates from the Philippines, dating back to the early 16th century when Spanish colonizers first arrived in the archipelago. It is believed to have roots in the Tagalog language, which was widely spoken in the central and southern regions of the Philippine islands.

During the Spanish colonial era, surnames were often assigned or adopted by Filipino families based on various factors such as physical characteristics, occupations, or places of residence. The name DIMAYUGA may have derived from a combination of words or phrases that held significance in the local dialect or referred to a specific location or landmark.

Historical records from the Spanish colonial period, particularly church registries and census documents, contain some of the earliest written accounts of the surname DIMAYUGA. These records provide valuable insights into the distribution and prevalence of the name across different regions of the Philippines during that era.

One of the earliest known bearers of the DIMAYUGA surname was Juan DIMAYUGA, a prominent landowner and community leader who lived in the province of Bulacan in the late 17th century. His descendants continued to carry the surname, contributing to its spread and establishment within the local communities.

Another notable figure with the DIMAYUGA surname was Maria DIMAYUGA, a revered healer and midwife who practiced her craft in the province of Pampanga during the 18th century. Her expertise and compassion earned her a respected place in the annals of local history, and her name became closely associated with traditional medicine and midwifery practices.

In the 19th century, a prominent DIMAYUGA family emerged in the city of Manila, where they were involved in trade and commerce. One of their descendants, Pedro DIMAYUGA (1832-1911), became a successful merchant and philanthropist, known for his contributions to the local community and his support for educational initiatives.

Another significant figure bearing the DIMAYUGA surname was Josefa DIMAYUGA (1870-1942), a pioneering educator and advocate for women's rights in the Philippines. She established several schools and played a pivotal role in advancing educational opportunities for girls and women during a time when such efforts were met with resistance.

As the Philippine archipelago underwent various political and social changes throughout its history, the DIMAYUGA surname weathered the transitions and continued to be carried by families across different regions, contributing to the rich tapestry of Filipino cultural heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Dimayuga

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

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

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