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

Macagba, 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 Macagba surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Macagba in America

Macagba is the 160975th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Macagba surname appeared 100 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 Macagba.

The history of the last name Macagba

The surname MACAGBA 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 region, specifically in the provinces of Leyte and Samar. The name is thought to be derived from the Visayan word "agbaw," which means "to rise or emerge," possibly referring to the ancestors of the MACAGBA family who lived in coastal areas or near bodies of water.

One of the earliest documented references to the MACAGBA name can be found in the Spanish colonial records from the late 1500s, where it was spelled as "Macagba." This spelling variation suggests that the name may have been influenced by the Spanish language during the colonization period. Historical records also indicate that the MACAGBA family played a role in the resistance against Spanish colonial rule, with several members participating in uprisings and battles.

In the 18th century, the MACAGBA name appeared in various church records and land ownership documents in the Visayan region. Notable individuals from this period include Juan MACAGBA (1725-1798), a prominent landowner and community leader in the town of Baybay, Leyte, and Maria MACAGBA (1748-1822), who was known for her involvement in local religious activities.

As the MACAGBA family spread across the Philippines, the name took on different spellings and variations, such as "Macagbang," "Macagbahan," and "Macagbay." This diversity in spellings reflects the linguistic influences and regional dialects within the country.

In the 19th century, the MACAGBA name gained prominence with several notable figures, including:

1. Pedro MACAGBA (1820-1892), a respected educator and author who wrote extensively on Philippine history and culture.
2. Josefa MACAGBA (1835-1904), a renowned weaver and textile artist whose works were exhibited in international exhibitions.
3. Vicente MACAGBA (1848-1923), a prominent politician who served as a member of the Philippine Commission during the American colonial period.

As the 20th century dawned, the MACAGBA family continued to make contributions in various fields, such as:

4. Carlos MACAGBA (1902-1988), a celebrated painter and sculptor whose works captured the beauty and diversity of Philippine landscapes and traditions.
5. Lourdes MACAGBA (1920-2005), a pioneering female scientist who made significant contributions to the field of marine biology.

Throughout its rich history, the MACAGBA name has been associated with a strong sense of cultural identity, resilience, and a commitment to preserving the traditions and heritage of the Philippines.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Macagba

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

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

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