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

Labuguen, 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 Labuguen surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Labuguen in America

Labuguen is the 84136th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Labuguen surname appeared 223 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 Labuguen.

We can also compare 2010 data for Labuguen 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 Labuguen

The surname LABUGUEN originates from the Philippines, dating back to the 16th century during the Spanish colonization of the islands. It is believed to be derived from the Spanish word "la buguen," which translates to "the weaver" or "the maker of cloth." This suggests that the name may have been given to individuals or families who were involved in the weaving or textile trade.

LABUGUEN can be traced back to the southern regions of the Philippines, particularly in the areas of Mindanao and the Visayas. It is possible that the name was initially adopted by individuals who lived in or near villages known for their weaving and textile production.

In the early 17th century, the name LABUGUEN appeared in several Spanish colonial records documenting the population and settlements in the Philippines. One notable mention was in the 1637 census conducted by the Spanish authorities, which listed several families with the surname in the province of Cebu.

The earliest recorded individual with the surname LABUGUEN was Juan LABUGUEN, born in 1612 in the town of Argao, Cebu. He was a respected weaver and textile merchant who supplied high-quality fabrics to the Spanish colonial officials and settlers.

Another prominent figure was Maria LABUGUEN, born in 1684 in the town of Bohol. She was renowned for her exceptional weaving skills and her contributions to the preservation of traditional Filipino textile techniques. Her work was highly sought after by local nobility and Spanish officials.

In the 18th century, the LABUGUEN surname gained prominence in the Visayas region, particularly in the island of Negros. One notable individual was Pedro LABUGUEN, born in 1723 in Silay, Negros Occidental. He was a successful entrepreneur who established a thriving textile business, supplying fabrics to various parts of the Philippines and even to neighboring countries.

During the 19th century, the LABUGUEN family expanded their influence and became involved in various industries beyond textiles. One notable member was José LABUGUEN, born in 1812 in Iloilo City. He was a respected businessman, landowner, and philanthropist who played a significant role in the development of the city's economy and infrastructure.

Throughout its history, the surname LABUGUEN has been associated with the textile industry, entrepreneurship, and contributions to the cultural heritage of the Philippines. The name continues to be prominent in various parts of the country, carrying a legacy of skilled craftsmanship and dedication to preserving traditional Filipino arts and crafts.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Labuguen

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

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

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