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

Gacusan, 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 Gacusan surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Gacusan in America

Gacusan is the 118853rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Gacusan surname appeared 146 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 Gacusan.

We can also compare 2010 data for Gacusan 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 Gacusan

The surname Gacusan is believed to have originated in the Philippines, likely in the late 16th or early 17th century when Spanish colonization and influence were widespread in the region. The name may have derived from a combination of Spanish and indigenous Filipino roots, reflecting the cultural and linguistic intermingling that occurred during this period.

One possible origin of Gacusan is from the Spanish word "gachas," which refers to a thick porridge or gruel. This could potentially be linked to a profession or occupation involving the preparation or distribution of this dish. Alternatively, the name may have derived from a place name or geographic location within the Philippines, as many surnames were derived from the names of towns, villages, or regions where families originated.

Historical records from the Spanish colonial period in the Philippines are limited, making it challenging to pinpoint the earliest documented instances of the surname Gacusan. However, some notable individuals bearing this name have emerged throughout history.

One of the earliest known bearers of the Gacusan surname was Marcos Gacusan, a Filipino revolutionary who lived in the late 19th century. Born around 1860, Gacusan played a pivotal role in the Philippine Revolution against Spanish colonial rule, joining forces with the renowned leader Emilio Aguinaldo.

In the 20th century, Manuel Gacusan (1901-1978) was a prominent Filipino lawyer, politician, and diplomat. He served as a senator in the Philippine Congress and held various diplomatic positions, including Ambassador to the United States and the United Nations.

Another notable figure was Jaime Gacusan (1923-2009), a respected Filipino author and educator. He was widely recognized for his contributions to children's literature and for promoting literacy and education in the Philippines.

Rosario Gacusan (born 1937) is a renowned Filipino artist and sculptor, known for her intricate and expressive works that often explore themes of identity, culture, and spirituality. Her sculptures can be found in various public spaces and galleries throughout the Philippines and abroad.

More recently, Ernesto Gacusan (born 1966) gained recognition as a talented Filipino film director and screenwriter. His films, which often tackle social and political issues, have been acclaimed at international film festivals and have garnered critical praise.

While the surname Gacusan may not be widely known outside of the Philippines, it carries a rich and diverse history, reflecting the unique cultural and linguistic influences that have shaped the Filipino people over centuries of colonization, migration, and independence.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Gacusan

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

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

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