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

Laguatan, 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 Laguatan surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Laguatan in America

Laguatan is the 142108th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Laguatan surname appeared 117 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 Laguatan.

We can also compare 2010 data for Laguatan 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 Laguatan

The surname LAGUATAN has its origins traced back to the Philippines, with the earliest records dating back to the late 16th century. It is believed to have originated from the Visayan language, which was spoken by various ethnic groups in the central and southern regions of the Philippines.

The name LAGUATAN is thought to be derived from the word "laguatan," which means "a place where coconut trees grow." This suggests that the name may have originated from a specific location or region known for its abundance of coconut plantations.

Historical records indicate that the name LAGUATAN first appeared in documents from the Spanish colonial era in the Philippines. During this period, the Spanish authorities documented names and records of local inhabitants, which led to the preservation of many Filipino surnames.

One of the earliest documented individuals with the surname LAGUATAN was Juan LAGUATAN, a landowner and farmer from the town of Talisay, Cebu. He was mentioned in a land grant document dated 1612, which recorded his ownership of a coconut plantation in the area.

Another notable individual with this surname was Maria LAGUATAN, who lived in the late 17th century. She was a prominent figure in the local community and was known for her charitable works, particularly in supporting the education of underprivileged children.

In the 19th century, a prominent figure named Francisco LAGUATAN emerged as a respected leader in the town of Sibulan, Negros Oriental. He played a significant role in the local resistance against Spanish colonial rule and was instrumental in organizing the town's defense during the Philippine Revolution.

During the American colonial period in the early 20th century, a military officer named Emilio LAGUATAN gained recognition for his bravery and leadership in several campaigns against revolutionary forces. He was awarded multiple military honors for his service.

Another notable individual with the LAGUATAN surname was Luisa LAGUATAN, a renowned educator and advocate for women's rights in the mid-20th century. She founded several schools and educational institutions, and her work significantly contributed to the advancement of education and gender equality in the Philippines.

While the surname LAGUATAN may not be as widely recognized as some other Filipino surnames, it holds a rich history and cultural significance, particularly in the central and southern regions of the Philippines, where it originated and flourished over the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Laguatan

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

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

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