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

Quimpo, 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 Quimpo surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Quimpo in America

Quimpo is the 89069th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Quimpo surname appeared 208 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 Quimpo.

We can also compare 2010 data for Quimpo 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 Quimpo

The surname Quimpo originated from the Philippines during the Spanish colonial period, which lasted from the 16th to the 19th century. It is believed to have derived from the Visayan language spoken in the central Philippines, particularly in the regions of Cebu and Negros. The name may have roots in the Visayan word "quimpo," which means "to gather" or "to collect," potentially indicating that the surname was originally associated with individuals involved in agricultural or trade-related activities.

Historical records suggest that the Quimpo surname first appeared in Spanish colonial documents from the late 17th century. During this time, the Spanish colonial authorities implemented a system of assigning surnames to the indigenous population for administrative purposes, often based on their occupations, geographic origins, or physical characteristics. The Quimpo surname likely emerged through this process, reflecting the cultural and linguistic influences of the Spanish colonial era.

One of the earliest known individuals with the Quimpo surname was Pedro Quimpo, a landowner and merchant who lived in Cebu in the late 17th century. He was mentioned in several Spanish colonial records related to land transactions and trade activities. Another notable figure was Catalina Quimpo, a prominent member of the Cebuano elite in the early 18th century, known for her philanthropic contributions to the local community.

In the 19th century, the Quimpo surname gained prominence in the sugar industry of Negros Island. Juan Quimpo (1815-1890) was a wealthy sugar planter and landowner who played a significant role in the development of the island's sugar economy. His descendants continued to be influential figures in the region's agricultural and business sectors.

Another individual of note was Mariano Quimpo (1870-1942), a lawyer and politician from Negros Occidental. He served as a member of the Philippine Commission, a precursor to the Philippine legislature, during the American colonial period. Quimpo was a prominent advocate for the rights of Filipino workers and played a crucial role in shaping labor laws and policies.

Throughout history, the Quimpo surname has been associated with various professions, including agriculture, business, law, and politics. While the name's exact origins remain uncertain, it has become deeply rooted in Philippine culture and identity, reflecting the rich historical tapestry of the archipelago.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Quimpo

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

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

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