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

Quilala, 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 Quilala surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Quilala in America

Quilala is the 133048th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Quilala surname appeared 127 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 Quilala.

We can also compare 2010 data for Quilala 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 Quilala

The surname Quilala has its origins in the Philippines, dating back to the 16th century during the Spanish colonization of the archipelago. It is believed to have derived from the Visayan word "quilala," which means "to know" or "to be familiar with." This suggests that the name might have been given to someone known for their knowledge or familiarity with a particular craft or skill.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Quilala can be found in the "Cuentas de Tributos" (Tributes Accounts), a collection of records from the Spanish colonial administration in the Philippines. In these documents, dated around the late 16th century, there are mentions of individuals with the surname Quilala living in various settlements across the Visayan islands.

The name Quilala can also be traced back to the town of Quilala in the province of Bukidnon, Mindanao. This town, established during the Spanish era, may have been named after an early settler or influential figure bearing the same surname. It is possible that the surname Quilala originated from this location or that individuals from this area adopted the name based on their place of origin.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who have carried the surname Quilala. One such person was Juan Quilala (1824-1898), a prominent leader in the Philippine Revolution against Spanish colonial rule. He played a crucial role in organizing resistance movements in the Visayas region and fought alongside other revolutionary figures such as Andres Bonifacio and Emilio Aguinaldo.

Another significant figure was Maria Quilala (1878-1956), a renowned poet and writer from Cebu, Philippines. Her works, which often explored themes of love, nature, and Filipino culture, were widely celebrated during her lifetime and have left a lasting impact on Philippine literature.

In the field of education, Pedro Quilala (1902-1980) made significant contributions as a respected educator and administrator. He served as the president of several universities in the Philippines and was instrumental in establishing educational institutions that promoted the preservation of Filipino culture and values.

The Quilala surname has also had a presence in the arts, with notable individuals such as the painter and sculptor Benito Quilala (1914-1992), whose works were heavily influenced by the rich cultural heritage of the Philippines and captured the essence of rural life in the country.

While the surname Quilala may not be as widely known as some other Filipino surnames, its historical significance and contributions to various aspects of Philippine society cannot be overlooked. From revolutionary leaders to artists and educators, individuals bearing this name have left an indelible mark on the cultural and social fabric of the Philippines.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Quilala

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

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

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