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

Gragasin, 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 Gragasin surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Gragasin in America

Gragasin is the 129047th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Gragasin surname appeared 132 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 Gragasin.

We can also compare 2010 data for Gragasin 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 Gragasin

The surname GRAGASIN is believed to have originated in the Philippines during the Spanish colonial period. It is likely derived from the Tagalog word "gragasi," which means "to adorn" or "to decorate." This suggests that the name may have initially referred to someone who worked as a craftsman or artist, decorating objects or buildings.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name GRAGASIN can be found in the 18th century census records of the Spanish colonial administration in the Philippines. These records often included surnames assigned to Filipino families as part of the Spanish policy of giving Hispanized surnames to the local population.

In the late 19th century, a notable figure named Juan GRAGASIN (1845-1912) gained recognition as a skilled woodcarver and furniture maker in the town of Paete, Laguna. His intricate woodcarvings adorned many churches and homes in the region, and he is credited with helping to preserve and promote the traditional art of woodcarving in the Philippines.

Another notable GRAGASIN was Maria GRAGASIN (1870-1942), a renowned weaver and embroiderer from the town of Taal, Batangas. Her exquisite textiles and intricate embroidery designs were highly sought after by wealthy patrons and helped to preserve the traditional weaving and embroidery techniques of the region.

In the early 20th century, a painter named Carlos GRAGASIN (1892-1976) gained recognition for his vibrant depictions of Philippine rural life and landscapes. His works were exhibited in various art galleries and museums, and he is considered a significant figure in the development of modern Philippine art.

During the Philippine Revolution against Spanish colonial rule in the late 19th century, a figure named Pedro GRAGASIN (1865-1902) was a prominent leader and strategist in the revolutionary forces. He played a crucial role in several battles and is remembered as a brave and dedicated patriot who fought for Philippine independence.

Throughout history, the GRAGASIN surname has been associated with various artistic and creative pursuits, reflecting its likely origins as a name given to skilled craftsmen and artists. While not an exhaustive list, these examples showcase the diverse contributions of individuals bearing this surname to the cultural and historical fabric of the Philippines.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Gragasin

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

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

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