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

Magpayo, 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 Magpayo surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Magpayo in America

Magpayo is the 69170th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Magpayo surname appeared 284 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 Magpayo.

We can also compare 2010 data for Magpayo 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 Magpayo

The surname "MAGPAYO" has its origins in the Philippines, tracing back to the 16th century. It is believed to have derived from the Tagalog words "mag" meaning "to exist" and "payo" meaning "advice" or "counsel," suggesting a connection to wise or respected individuals within communities.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname can be found in the "Catalogo Alfabetico de Apellidos" (Alphabetical Catalog of Surnames), a document compiled by Spanish authorities in the Philippines during the late 16th century. This suggests that the name was already in use among Filipinos prior to the arrival of the Spanish colonizers.

The town of Magpayo in the province of Ilocos Sur is said to have been named after a prominent family bearing this surname, indicating their influence and presence in the region during the Spanish colonial era.

Historically, the name Magpayo has been associated with several notable individuals. Juan Magpayo (1820-1888) was a prominent landowner and businessman in the town of Sarrat, Ilocos Norte. He played a significant role in the local economy and was involved in various community initiatives.

Another individual of note is Marcelo Magpayo (1876-1942), a renowned lawyer and jurist from Ilocos Sur. He served as a judge in the Philippine Court of First Instance and was highly respected for his legal acumen and integrity.

In the field of literature, Rodolfo Magpayo (1912-1987) was a celebrated poet and writer from Pangasinan. His works, which often explored themes of social justice and nationalism, were widely celebrated and earned him several literary awards.

The surname Magpayo has also been carried by figures in the realm of education. Filomena Magpayo (1894-1972) was a pioneering educator and advocate for women's rights. She founded several schools and educational institutions, contributing significantly to the advancement of education in the Philippines.

Lastly, in more recent times, Lino Magpayo (1927-2009) was a prominent figure in the Philippine labor movement. He served as the president of the Trade Union Congress of the Philippines and played a crucial role in advocating for workers' rights and improving labor conditions in the country.

These are just a few examples of individuals who have carried the surname Magpayo throughout history, each leaving their mark in various fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of Philippine society and culture.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Magpayo

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

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

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