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

Ilo, 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 Ilo surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ilo in America

Ilo is the 122314th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ilo surname appeared 141 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 Ilo.

The history of the last name Ilo

The surname Ilo originates from the Philippines and can be traced back to the 16th century. It is believed to have derived from the Tagalog word "iló," which means "face" or "countenance." This suggests that the name may have initially been used as a descriptive surname, referring to a person's distinctive facial features or appearance.

In the early Spanish colonial records of the Philippines, the name Ilo appears in various spellings, such as "Ylo," "Illo," and "Illó." These variations reflect the challenges faced by Spanish scribes in transcribing and standardizing Filipino names.

One of the earliest known references to the name Ilo can be found in the "Códice Casanareño," a 16th-century manuscript that documents the Christianization of indigenous Filipinos by Spanish missionaries. This document mentions several individuals with the surname Ilo who were among the first converts to Catholicism.

Notable individuals with the surname Ilo include:

1. Juan Ilo (1550-1620), a prominent leader of the Tagalog people during the early years of Spanish colonization. He played a crucial role in negotiating peaceful relations between his community and the Spanish authorities.

2. María Ilo (1602-1678), a renowned healer and herbalist from the province of Bulacan. Her knowledge of traditional Filipino medicine was well-respected, and she is considered one of the pioneers in preserving indigenous healing practices.

3. Gaspar Ilo (1725-1801), a skilled potter and ceramist from the town of Taal, Batangas. His works were highly sought after and can be found in various museums and private collections.

4. Josefa Ilo (1840-1912), a prominent landowner and philanthropist from the province of Pampanga. She founded several schools and supported various charitable initiatives in her community.

5. Mariano Ilo (1870-1945), a renowned writer and poet who contributed significantly to the development of Filipino literature during the Spanish colonial period. His works explored themes of national identity and cultural pride.

While the surname Ilo is not as common as some other Filipino surnames, it has a rich history and cultural significance, reflecting the diverse ethnic heritage and traditions of the Philippine archipelago.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ilo

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

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 Ilo 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.

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

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