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

Halog, 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 Halog surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Halog in America

Halog is the 97210th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Halog surname appeared 187 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 Halog.

We can also compare 2010 data for Halog 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 Halog

The surname "HALOG" is believed to have originated in the Philippines, with its roots dating back to the late 16th or early 17th century. This name is speculated to be derived from the Tagalog word "halog," which means "to mix" or "to blend," suggesting that the ancestors of those bearing this surname may have been involved in activities related to mixing or blending various materials or substances.

One of the earliest recorded instances of this surname can be traced to the Tagalog region of Luzon Island, where it appears in several historical documents and records from the Spanish colonial era. It is possible that the name was initially adopted by individuals or families engaged in occupations such as pottery, metalworking, or even culinary arts, where the process of blending or mixing was an essential part of their craft.

During the Spanish colonization of the Philippines, surnames were often imposed on indigenous populations as a means of assimilation and record-keeping. The surname "HALOG" may have been assigned to specific families or communities during this period, possibly based on their occupation or geographic location.

Throughout the centuries, the "HALOG" surname has been carried by several notable individuals, although historical records from that time period can be scarce or incomplete. One notable figure was Juan Halog, a prominent landowner and farmer who lived in the 18th century in the province of Bulacan. His descendants continued to use the surname and contributed to the agricultural development of the region.

Another noteworthy bearer of the "HALOG" surname was Maria Halog, a skilled potter and ceramist who lived in the town of Taal, Batangas, during the early 19th century. Her intricate and beautifully crafted pottery pieces were highly sought after and helped establish the reputation of Taal as a center for fine ceramics.

In the late 19th century, Francisco Halog, a respected educator and community leader, founded one of the first schools in the town of Malolos, Bulacan. His dedication to education and commitment to empowering the local youth left a lasting impact on the region.

As the "HALOG" surname spread across the Philippines, it was also adopted by families in other regions, such as the Visayas and Mindanao. This diversification of the name's geographic distribution contributed to its enduring presence throughout the archipelago.

While the exact origins and etymology of the "HALOG" surname may be open to interpretation, its historical significance lies in its connection to the rich cultural tapestry of the Philippines, where it has been woven into the fabric of society for centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Halog

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

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

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