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

Madamba, 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 Madamba surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Madamba in America

Madamba is the 31554th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Madamba surname appeared 733 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 Madamba.

We can also compare 2010 data for Madamba 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 Madamba

The surname MADAMBA has its origins in the Philippines, tracing back to the late 16th century. It is believed to have derived from the Tagalog language, with possible connections to the word "madamba," which means "fragrant" or "aromatic."

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name MADAMBA can be found in the baptismal records of the Archdiocese of Manila, dating back to the late 1500s. These records showcase the presence of families bearing this surname in various regions of the Philippines during the Spanish colonial period.

In the 17th century, a notable figure named Juan MADAMBA was a prominent landowner and community leader in the town of Taal, Batangas. His influence and contributions to the local society were documented in various historical accounts from that era.

During the 18th century, the MADAMBA name gained further recognition when Margarita MADAMBA, born in 1725, became a respected figure in the religious community. She was known for her philanthropic endeavors and her unwavering commitment to her faith.

As the centuries progressed, the MADAMBA surname continued to spread across the Philippines, with families bearing this name establishing roots in various regions of the archipelago. In the 19th century, Pedro MADAMBA, born in 1812, was a celebrated poet and writer, whose works reflected the cultural and social landscapes of his time.

Another notable figure in history was Juanita MADAMBA, born in 1888, who was a pioneering educator and advocate for women's rights. Her efforts to promote education and gender equality left a lasting impact on the Philippine society of that era.

Throughout its history, the MADAMBA surname has been associated with various occupations, including agriculture, trade, and public service. While the name's exact etymology remains a subject of scholarly debate, its enduring presence in the Philippines is a testament to its deep-rooted cultural heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Madamba

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

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

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