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

Macaraig, 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 Macaraig surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Macaraig in America

Macaraig is the 73666th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Macaraig surname appeared 263 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 Macaraig.

We can also compare 2010 data for Macaraig 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 Macaraig

The surname MACARAIG originates from the Philippines. It is believed to have roots in the Visayan language spoken in the central and southern regions of the archipelago. The name may be derived from the word "makara," which means "to fight" or "to struggle," suggesting it could have been given to a warrior or someone known for their strength and resilience.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the MACARAIG surname is found in the 17th-century documents from the Spanish colonial period. During this time, the Spanish colonizers attempted to document and systematize Filipino names, leading to variations in spelling and inconsistencies in record-keeping.

The MACARAIG name has been associated with several notable individuals throughout history. One such figure is Juan MACARAIG, a Filipino revolutionary who fought against Spanish colonial rule in the late 19th century. He was born in 1852 and played a significant role in the Philippine Revolution of 1896-1898.

Another prominent person with the MACARAIG surname is Teodoro MACARAIG, a Filipino painter and sculptor who lived from 1892 to 1962. His works depicted scenes from Filipino life and culture, and he is celebrated as one of the pioneers of modern Philippine art.

In the early 20th century, Ernesto MACARAIG was a renowned Filipino writer and journalist. Born in 1885, he was known for his contributions to Philippine literature and his advocacy for social reform through his writings.

During the mid-20th century, Maria MACARAIG gained recognition as a respected educator and advocate for women's rights in the Philippines. She founded several schools and worked tirelessly to promote educational opportunities for underprivileged children.

The MACARAIG surname has also been linked to various place names in the Philippines, such as the town of Macaraig in the province of Leyte. This town's name is believed to be derived from the same linguistic roots as the surname, further solidifying its connection to the region and its people.

While the MACARAIG name may not have appeared in prominent historical records outside of the Philippines, its rich history and cultural significance within the country make it a testament to the diverse heritage and resilience of the Filipino people.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Macaraig

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

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

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