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

Quilatan, 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 Quilatan surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Quilatan in America

Quilatan is the 159712th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Quilatan surname appeared 101 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 Quilatan.

The history of the last name Quilatan

The surname QUILATAN originates from the Philippines and can be traced back to the early 16th century during the Spanish colonial era. It is believed to be derived from the Tagalog word "quilat," which means "to shine" or "to glitter," suggesting that the name may have been given to someone who worked with precious metals or gemstones.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name QUILATAN can be found in the "Catalogo Alfabetico de Apellidos" (Alphabetical Catalog of Surnames), a Spanish colonial document from the late 18th century that cataloged surnames used in the Philippines. This document provides a glimpse into the diversity of surnames during that period and their possible origins.

In the 19th century, there are records of a QUILATAN family residing in the town of Malolos, Bulacan Province, which was a significant center of Philippine resistance during the Philippine Revolution against Spanish colonial rule. Juan QUILATAN (1840-1912) was a prominent figure in this town and played a role in the revolutionary movement.

Another notable individual bearing the QUILATAN surname was Francisca QUILATAN (1875-1951), a renowned educator and advocate for women's rights in the early 20th century. She founded the Colegio de San Jose, a prestigious school for girls in Manila, and was recognized for her contributions to the advancement of education in the Philippines.

During the American colonial period in the Philippines, the name QUILATAN can be found in various historical records and documents. One such record is the "List of Spanish Surnames in Philippine Islands" compiled by the United States Bureau of Insular Affairs in 1904, which included the surname QUILATAN.

In more recent times, Ernesto QUILATAN (1921-2008) was a celebrated Filipino artist known for his intricate wood carvings and sculptures. His works were exhibited both locally and internationally, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of the Philippines through his art.

Throughout its history, the surname QUILATAN has been borne by individuals from various walks of life, including educators, revolutionaries, artists, and more, reflecting the diverse experiences and contributions of those who carried this name.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Quilatan

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

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 Quilatan 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.

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

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