Pambid last name popularity, history, and meaning

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

Meaning of Pambid

A surname likely derived from the Tagalog word "pambid", meaning to gamble or bet.

Pambid, 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 Pambid surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Pambid in America

Pambid is the 128249th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Pambid surname appeared 133 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 Pambid.

The history of the last name Pambid

The surname "PAMBID" is believed to have originated in the Philippines, with its roots tracing back to the 16th century. It is thought to be derived from the Tagalog word "pambid," which means "to bid" or "to offer a price." This suggests that the name may have been associated with individuals involved in trading or commercial activities.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name "PAMBID" can be found in the archives of the Spanish colonial period in the Philippines. A document dated 1678 mentions a certain Juan PAMBID, who was a merchant involved in the trade of spices and other goods between the Philippines and Mexico.

In the 19th century, historical records indicate the presence of a family named PAMBID in the town of Lipa, Batangas province. This family was known for their involvement in the local agricultural industry, particularly in the cultivation of sugarcane and the production of sugar.

Notably, during the Philippine Revolution against Spanish rule in the late 1800s, a prominent figure named Miguel PAMBID emerged as a leader in the resistance movement. He was born in 1865 and played a crucial role in organizing guerrilla forces in the Batangas region.

Another notable individual bearing the surname "PAMBID" was Josefa PAMBID, a writer and educator born in 1882. She is recognized for her contributions to the preservation of Philippine literature and her efforts in promoting education among women.

In the early 20th century, the name "PAMBID" gained further recognition with the birth of Antonio PAMBID in 1912. He was a renowned artist and sculptor, known for his intricate woodcarvings and sculptures that celebrated Philippine culture and traditions.

While the surname "PAMBID" has its roots in the Philippines, it has since spread to other parts of the world through migration and diaspora communities. However, its historical significance and connection to the Philippines remain deeply ingrained in its etymology and origins.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Pambid

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

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 Pambid was:

Race/Ethnicity Percentage Total Occurrences
Non-Hispanic White Only 9.02% 12
Non-Hispanic Black Only (S)% (S)
Non-Hispanic Asian and Pacific Islander Only 77.44% 103
Non-Hispanic American Indian and Alaskan Native (S)% (S)
Non-Hispanic of Two or More Races 6.02% 8
Hispanic Origin 6.77% 9

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.

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

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