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

Manasan, 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 Manasan surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Manasan in America

Manasan is the 147253rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Manasan surname appeared 112 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 Manasan.

The history of the last name Manasan

The surname Manasan is of Filipino origin, originating from the Philippines in the late 16th century. It is believed to have derived from the Tagalog word "manasan," which means "to harvest." This suggests that the name may have been associated with agricultural activities or a specific region known for its fertile lands.

One of the earliest records of the Manasan surname can be found in the Spanish colonial records from the Philippines, dating back to the late 1500s. During this period, the Spanish colonizers were documenting the local population, and surnames were often assigned or adopted based on occupation, location, or personal characteristics.

In the 17th century, a notable figure named Juan Manasan was mentioned in a historical document as a respected farmer and landowner in the province of Bulacan. His descendants likely carried on the surname, contributing to its spread within the region.

Another historical figure bearing the Manasan name was Maria Manasan, born in 1785 in the town of Malolos, Bulacan. She was known for her involvement in the Philippine Revolution against Spanish colonial rule in the late 18th century.

As the Manasan surname gained prominence, it spread across various provinces in the Philippines, including Pampanga, Tarlac, and Nueva Ecija. In some areas, the name may have undergone slight variations in spelling, such as Manasan or Manassan, due to regional dialects and variations in documentation.

In the 20th century, one notable individual with the Manasan surname was Rizalino Manasan, born in 1923 in Pampanga. He was a renowned writer and poet, known for his contributions to Filipino literature and his efforts in preserving local cultural traditions.

Another notable figure was Teodoro Manasan, born in 1912 in Tarlac. He was a prominent politician and served as a member of the Philippine House of Representatives from 1946 to 1949, representing the province of Tarlac.

While the Manasan surname may have had its roots in agricultural activities, it has since spread across various professions and sectors, with individuals bearing the name making significant contributions in various fields, including literature, politics, and community development.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Manasan

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

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 Manasan 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.

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

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