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

Palad, 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 Palad surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Palad in America

Palad is the 89403rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Palad surname appeared 207 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 Palad.

We can also compare 2010 data for Palad 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 Palad

The surname Palad has its origins in the Philippines, with evidence suggesting it emerged during the Spanish colonial era in the 16th to 18th centuries. It is believed to be derived from the Tagalog word "palad," which means "fortune" or "destiny." This connection implies that the name may have been bestowed upon an individual or family with a significant role or perceived significance in their community.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Palad can be found in the "Catálogo Alfabético de Apellidos" (Alphabetical Catalog of Surnames), a comprehensive list of Filipino surnames compiled during the Spanish colonial period. This document served as a reference for assigning surnames to Filipino families, as part of the Spanish government's efforts to establish a more structured system of record-keeping.

The name Palad has been traced back to various regions of the Philippines, particularly in the central and southern islands. It appears to have been more prevalent in areas with strong Tagalog cultural influences, such as the provinces of Batangas, Laguna, and Quezon.

In the 19th century, historical records indicate the presence of individuals bearing the surname Palad in various parts of the archipelago. One notable figure was Juan Palad, a prominent landowner and community leader in the town of Tanauan, Batangas, during the late 1800s.

The 20th century saw the Palad name continue to be represented in various fields and professions. One notable individual was Isidro Palad (1900-1986), a respected educator and author who contributed significantly to the development of Philippine literature and the promotion of Tagalog language and culture.

Another prominent figure was Filomena Palad (1923-2012), a renowned artist and sculptor whose works have been exhibited both nationally and internationally. Her sculptures and installations often explored themes of Filipino identity and cultural heritage.

In the field of politics, Amado Palad (1935-2018) served as a member of the Philippine House of Representatives, representing the province of Batangas from 1987 to 1998. He was known for his advocacy of farmers' rights and rural development initiatives.

While the Palad surname may not be as widespread as some others in the Philippines, it has a rich history and has been carried by individuals who have made significant contributions to various aspects of Filipino society and culture over the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Palad

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

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

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