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

Manlangit, 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 Manlangit surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Manlangit in America

Manlangit is the 88020th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Manlangit surname appeared 211 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 Manlangit.

We can also compare 2010 data for Manlangit 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 Manlangit

The surname "MANLANGIT" is of Filipino origin, with its roots tracing back to the late 16th century. It is derived from the Tagalog words "manla" meaning "to ascend" and "langit" meaning "sky" or "heaven." This combination of words aptly describes an individual with lofty aspirations or heavenly qualities.

The earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in official documents from the Spanish colonial period in the Philippines, when surnames were systematically assigned to the local population. The name MANLANGIT may have been bestowed upon individuals who exhibited a spiritual or celestial nature, or perhaps those who lived in elevated regions or sought higher pursuits.

During the 17th century, a notable figure bearing the name MANLANGIT was Juan MANLANGIT, a renowned preacher and missionary who traveled extensively throughout the Philippine archipelago, spreading Christianity and educational teachings. His influence and impact on the local communities were well-documented in various ecclesiastical records of that era.

In the 18th century, Maria MANLANGIT emerged as a prominent figure in the region, known for her exceptional skills in traditional textile weaving and her dedication to preserving indigenous cultural practices. Her exquisite works of art were sought after by the local nobility and even found their way into the collections of Spanish officials.

The 19th century saw the rise of Andres MANLANGIT, a respected leader and advocate for the rights of the Filipino people during the Spanish colonial rule. His vocal opposition to oppressive policies and his tireless efforts to promote social equality earned him both admiration and notoriety among his contemporaries.

In more recent times, the name MANLANGIT has been associated with notable individuals such as Lourdes MANLANGIT, a celebrated writer and poet whose works explored themes of cultural identity and the human condition. Her literary contributions have been widely acclaimed and studied in academic circles.

Throughout its history, the surname MANLANGIT has been closely tied to the rich cultural heritage of the Philippines, reflecting the aspirations, spirituality, and resilience of those who have borne this illustrious name.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Manlangit

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

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

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