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

Macapinlac, 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 Macapinlac surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Macapinlac in America

Macapinlac is the 91625th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Macapinlac surname appeared 201 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 Macapinlac.

We can also compare 2010 data for Macapinlac 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 Macapinlac

The surname MACAPINLAC is believed to have originated from the Philippines. It likely has roots in the Tagalog language, one of the major languages spoken in the Philippine archipelago. The name appears to be a combination of two words, "maca" and "pinlac," though their precise meanings and origins are unclear.

Records of the MACAPINLAC surname can be traced back to the 16th century, during the Spanish colonial period in the Philippines. Some of the earliest documented instances of the name appear in parish records and census data maintained by Spanish colonial authorities. It is possible that the name existed even earlier, prior to the arrival of the Spanish, but written records from that period are scarce.

One of the earliest known individuals with the MACAPINLAC surname was Juan MACAPINLAC, a farmer and landowner who lived in the province of Bulacan in the late 17th century. Historical records indicate that he owned a sizable plot of land near the town of Malolos, which was a significant agricultural center at the time.

Another notable MACAPINLAC was Maria MACAPINLAC, who lived in the town of Taal, Batangas in the early 19th century. According to local historical accounts, Maria was a respected midwife and herbalist, known for her expertise in traditional Philippine medicine. She is said to have assisted in the delivery of countless babies and helped treat various ailments using natural remedies.

In the late 19th century, a man named Pedro MACAPINLAC gained prominence as a leader of the Philippine Revolution against Spanish colonial rule. He served as a captain in the revolutionary forces and was involved in several key battles in the province of Cavite. Pedro MACAPINLAC's role in the struggle for independence is commemorated in several historical markers and monuments in the region.

Another individual of note was Josefa MACAPINLAC, a teacher and educator who lived in the early 20th century. She was one of the first women in her province to receive a formal education and went on to establish several schools for children in her community. Josefa MACAPINLAC was known for her dedication to promoting literacy and education, particularly among underprivileged families.

In more recent times, one of the most famous individuals with the MACAPINLAC surname was Carlos MACAPINLAC, a renowned painter and artist who lived from 1919 to 2001. His works, which often depicted scenes from rural Philippine life and landscapes, were widely acclaimed and featured in numerous exhibitions both in the Philippines and abroad.

While the exact origins and meanings of the MACAPINLAC surname may remain elusive, it has a rich history deeply intertwined with the cultural and social fabric of the Philippines. From farmers and revolutionaries to educators and artists, the name has been carried by individuals who have made significant contributions to their communities and the nation as a whole.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Macapinlac

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

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

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