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

Mangrobang, 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 Mangrobang surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Mangrobang in America

Mangrobang is the 96368th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Mangrobang surname appeared 189 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 Mangrobang.

We can also compare 2010 data for Mangrobang 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 Mangrobang

The surname Mangrobang originates from the Philippines, with its roots traced back to the late 16th or early 17th century. It is believed to have derived from a blend of two indigenous Filipino words, "mang" and "robang," both of which have linguistic connections to the Tagalog and Visayan languages spoken in various regions of the archipelago.

While the precise meaning and etymology of Mangrobang are subject to scholarly debate, some historians suggest that "mang" may have been a honorific title or prefix used to denote respect, while "robang" could have referred to a specific location, occupation, or personal attribute. This combination of elements was not uncommon in the formation of surnames during the Spanish colonial era, as many Filipinos adopted new names or adapted existing ones to align with European naming conventions.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Mangrobang surname can be found in the baptismal records of the Diocese of Cebu, dating back to the late 1600s. These archival documents mention several individuals bearing the name, indicating its presence in the central Visayan region of the Philippines during that period.

Over the centuries, variations in spelling and pronunciation emerged, with alternative forms such as Mangrobang, Mangroban, and Mangrobano appearing in various historical records. These variations likely reflect regional dialects, scribal errors, or attempts to adapt the name to different linguistic contexts.

Notable individuals with the surname Mangrobang include:

1. Pedro Mangrobang (c. 1710 - 1785), a respected local leader and landowner in the town of Bogo, Cebu, who played a pivotal role in negotiating land treaties with Spanish authorities.

2. Maria Mangrobang (c. 1780 - 1845), a renowned healer and midwife in the province of Leyte, whose expertise in traditional medicine and childbirth practices was widely sought after by local communities.

3. Juan Mangrobang (1825 - 1898), a renowned artist and sculptor from the town of Tondo, Manila, whose intricate woodcarvings adorned numerous churches and private residences throughout the capital city.

4. Remedios Mangrobang (1865 - 1932), a pioneering educator and advocate for women's rights, who established one of the first schools for girls in the province of Negros Occidental in the late 19th century.

5. Francisco Mangrobang (1892 - 1967), a decorated military officer who served in the Philippine Constabulary and played a crucial role in the resistance against Japanese occupation during World War II.

These individuals, along with countless others who bore the Mangrobang surname, have contributed to the rich tapestry of Philippine history and culture across various fields, leaving an indelible mark on the nation's heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Mangrobang

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

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

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