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

Lacanilao, 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 Lacanilao surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Lacanilao in America

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

The Lacanilao 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 Lacanilao.

We can also compare 2010 data for Lacanilao 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 Lacanilao

The surname LACANILAO originates from the Philippines, with its roots tracing back to the late 16th century. It is believed to have derived from a combination of the Spanish term "la cana" meaning "the gray hair" and the Tagalog word "lao" which translates to "old person" or "elder." This suggests that the name may have initially referred to an elderly individual or someone with grayish hair.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the LACANILAO surname can be found in the historical archives of the Spanish colonial administration in the Philippines. A document dated 1612 mentions a man named Juan LACANILAO, who was a landowner in the town of Taal, Batangas Province. This record provides valuable insight into the geographical distribution of the name during that era.

In the late 17th century, the LACANILAO name appeared in several church records from various parishes in the provinces of Batangas and Laguna. These records often documented baptisms, marriages, and burials, offering glimpses into the lives of individuals bearing this surname during the Spanish colonial period.

Notable individuals with the LACANILAO surname include Francisco LACANILAO (1825-1892), a prominent landowner and businessman in the town of Lipa, Batangas. He was known for his involvement in the local economy and his support for education initiatives in the region. Another noteworthy figure was Maria LACANILAO (1878-1942), a renowned educator who established one of the first schools for girls in the province of Batangas.

During the Philippine Revolution against Spanish rule in the late 19th century, a man named Pedro LACANILAO (1861-1919) gained recognition for his role as a military officer in the revolutionary forces. He participated in several battles and was later awarded for his bravery and leadership.

In the field of literature, the LACANILAO surname is represented by the writer and poet, Josefa LACANILAO (1892-1968). Her works explored themes of local culture, traditions, and the experiences of Filipino women during her time. Her poetry collections and short stories were widely acclaimed and contributed to the flourishing of Philippine literature in the early 20th century.

While the LACANILAO surname has its origins in the Philippines, it is important to note that due to migration and the global spread of Filipino communities, individuals bearing this name can now be found in various parts of the world, carrying with them the rich cultural heritage and history associated with their surname.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Lacanilao

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

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

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