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

Liwag, 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 Liwag surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Liwag in America

Liwag is the 54752nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Liwag surname appeared 376 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 Liwag.

We can also compare 2010 data for Liwag 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 Liwag

The surname "LIWAG" originates from the Philippines and is believed to have roots dating back to the 16th century. It is a name that can be traced to the Tagalog language, spoken primarily in the regions of Luzon and parts of the Visayas islands.

The name "LIWAG" is thought to be derived from the Tagalog word "liwag," which means "brightness" or "radiance." This suggests that the name may have been given to individuals who exhibited qualities of luminosity or a bright demeanor. It is also possible that the name was originally assigned to those who resided in areas known for their sunny or well-lit environments.

Historical records from the Spanish colonial period in the Philippines mention individuals bearing the surname "LIWAG," though the earliest documented instances are difficult to pinpoint with certainty. It is believed that the name may have appeared in parish records and official documents during the 17th and 18th centuries.

One of the earliest known individuals with the surname "LIWAG" was Juan LIWAG, a prominent figure in the Philippine Revolution against Spanish colonial rule in the late 19th century. Juan LIWAG was born in 1844 and played a crucial role in the revolutionary movement, serving as a military leader in the province of Bulacan.

Another notable person with the surname "LIWAG" was Emilio LIWAG, a Filipino poet and writer who lived from 1883 to 1958. Emilio LIWAG was known for his contributions to Philippine literature and his advocacy for the preservation of the Tagalog language and culture.

In the realm of education, Pedro LIWAG (1888-1970) was a distinguished educator and administrator who served as the president of the University of the Philippines from 1946 to 1950. His efforts contributed significantly to the development of higher education in the Philippines.

The name "LIWAG" can also be found in the arts, with Leonor LIWAG (1909-1984) being a renowned Filipino painter and sculptor. Her works were celebrated for their depictions of Philippine rural life and indigenous culture.

Additionally, the surname "LIWAG" has been associated with various locations and place names in the Philippines, such as the town of Liwag in the province of Nueva Ecija, suggesting a possible connection between the name and specific geographic areas.

Throughout its history, the surname "LIWAG" has been carried by individuals from diverse backgrounds and professions, reflecting the rich cultural tapestry of the Philippines. While its exact origins may remain shrouded in time, the name continues to hold significance as a part of the country's linguistic and historical heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Liwag

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

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

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