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

Manapat, 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 Manapat surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Manapat in America

Manapat is the 122314th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Manapat surname appeared 141 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 Manapat.

We can also compare 2010 data for Manapat 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 Manapat

The surname MANAPAT has its origins in the Philippines. The earliest known records of this name date back to the 16th century, during the Spanish colonial period in the Philippines.

The name MANAPAT is believed to have derived from an old Tagalog word or phrase, possibly referring to a specific location or a descriptive term related to the occupation or characteristics of the family's ancestors. However, the exact etymology and meaning of the name have been lost over time.

In the historical records from the Spanish colonial era, the surname MANAPAT can be found in various documents, such as census records, land grants, and church registers. These records provide glimpses into the lives and settlements of families bearing this name during that period.

One of the earliest known individuals with the surname MANAPAT was Juan MANAPAT, who was born around 1650 in the province of Pampanga, Philippines. He was a landowner and prominent figure in his community during the 17th century.

Another notable figure was Maria MANAPAT, born in 1725 in the town of Taal, Batangas. She was a respected matriarch of her family and played a significant role in the local community's religious and cultural affairs.

In the 19th century, the MANAPAT surname gained prominence with the birth of Emilio MANAPAT (1842-1912), a renowned writer, educator, and advocate for Philippine independence from Spanish rule. His literary works and activism contributed to the growth of the Filipino nationalist movement.

During the same period, Pedro MANAPAT (1855-1928) was a prominent businessman and landowner in the province of Bulacan. He was known for his philanthropic efforts and support for education in his community.

Another individual of note was Josefa MANAPAT (1876-1941), a pioneering woman in the field of medicine. She was one of the first Filipino women to become a licensed midwife and played a crucial role in promoting maternal and child healthcare in her region.

Throughout history, the MANAPAT surname has been associated with various notable individuals who have contributed to various aspects of Philippine society, including literature, education, business, and healthcare.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Manapat

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

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

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