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

Mangosing, 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 Mangosing surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Mangosing in America

Mangosing is the 75799th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Mangosing surname appeared 254 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 Mangosing.

We can also compare 2010 data for Mangosing 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 Mangosing

The surname MANGOSING originated in the Philippines, specifically in the Visayan region of the country. The name is believed to have its roots in the Cebuano language, which is spoken in parts of the Visayas.

MANGOSING is thought to be derived from the Cebuano word "mangosing," which means "someone who is skilled in weaving or basket-making." This suggests that the name may have originally been an occupational surname, given to individuals who were proficient in these crafts.

While there are no known historical records or manuscripts that specifically mention the MANGOSING name, it is likely that the name has been in use for several centuries, as the Visayan region has a rich cultural heritage and a long history of craftsmanship.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the MANGOSING surname was Juan MANGOSING, who was born in the late 17th century in the town of Argao, Cebu. He was a renowned basket weaver and is believed to have passed down his skills and knowledge to subsequent generations.

Another notable figure was Maria MANGOSING, a skilled weaver who lived in the town of Bogo, Cebu, in the early 19th century. Her intricate designs and exceptional craftsmanship earned her recognition throughout the region.

In the late 19th century, a man named Emilio MANGOSING gained prominence as a successful trader of woven goods. He was born in Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental, in 1845 and played a significant role in promoting the Visayan weaving tradition to other parts of the Philippines and beyond.

During the early 20th century, a woman named Leonila MANGOSING was celebrated for her innovative techniques in basket-making. She was born in Badian, Cebu, in 1892 and her creations were highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts.

Finally, in the mid-20th century, a man named Rodrigo MANGOSING, born in 1920 in Ormoc City, Leyte, became known for his efforts in preserving the traditional weaving and basket-making techniques of the Visayan region. He was instrumental in passing on these skills to younger generations, ensuring the continuity of this cultural heritage.

The MANGOSING surname continues to be associated with the art of weaving and basket-making in the Philippines, particularly in the Visayan region, where it has its deep-rooted origins.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Mangosing

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

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

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