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

Palisoc, 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 Palisoc surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Palisoc in America

Palisoc is the 58337th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Palisoc surname appeared 348 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 Palisoc.

We can also compare 2010 data for Palisoc 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 Palisoc

The surname PALISOC is believed to have originated in the Philippines, likely during the 16th or 17th century. It is thought to be derived from the Visayan or Cebuano words "palisok" or "palisok-lisok," which can roughly translate to "interlaced" or "woven together."

During the Spanish colonial period in the Philippines, many Filipinos adopted Spanish-sounding surnames, often based on their physical characteristics, occupations, or places of origin. The PALISOC surname may have been assigned to individuals who worked as weavers or basket makers, as their craft involved intricate weaving and interlacing techniques.

While there are no definitive historical records of the earliest known individuals with the PALISOC surname, it is likely that the name first emerged in the central or southern regions of the Philippines, where the Visayan languages are primarily spoken.

One of the earliest documented individuals with the PALISOC surname was Juan Palisoc, a Filipino revolutionary who fought against Spanish colonial rule in the late 19th century. He was born in 1865 in the province of Leyte and played a significant role in the Philippine Revolution of 1896.

Another notable figure was Mariano Palisoc, a Filipino writer and poet who lived in the early 20th century. He was born in 1884 in the province of Cebu and is recognized for his contributions to Visayan literature and his advocacy for the preservation of local languages and cultures.

In the field of education, Josefa Palisoc (1891-1972) was a pioneering educator and advocate for women's rights in the Philippines. She founded several schools and organizations dedicated to empowering women through education and vocational training.

Crisanto Palisoc (1920-2005) was a distinguished Filipino artist known for his intricate wood carvings and sculptures. His works often depicted scenes from Philippine folklore and traditional life, reflecting his deep appreciation for his cultural heritage.

Lastly, Agustin Palisoc (1930-2018) was a respected Filipino businessman and philanthropist. He founded several successful companies and was widely recognized for his contributions to various charitable causes, particularly in the areas of education and healthcare.

While the PALISOC surname may not be as widely recognized as some other Filipino surnames, its origins and history are deeply rooted in the cultural traditions and craftsmanship of the Philippine archipelago.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Palisoc

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

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

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