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

Sangalang, 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 Sangalang surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Sangalang in America

Sangalang is the 33530th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Sangalang surname appeared 680 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 Sangalang.

We can also compare 2010 data for Sangalang 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 Sangalang

The surname Sangalang has its origins in the Philippines, tracing back to the 16th century. It is believed to have derived from the Kapampangan word "sangalang," which means "to honor" or "to revere." This suggests that the name may have been originally given to individuals who were highly respected within their communities.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname Sangalang can be found in the "Libros de Casamiento" (Marriage Books) of the Archdiocese of Manila, dating back to the late 1500s. These records document marriages that took place in various parishes across the Philippines during the Spanish colonial period.

The Sangalang name is also associated with several notable figures throughout history. One of the earliest known individuals was Juan Sangalang, a prominent landowner and community leader in the town of Malolos, Bulacan, in the late 17th century. He played a significant role in the development of the town and was recognized for his contributions to the local community.

Another notable figure was Gregorio Sangalang, a Filipino revolutionary who fought against Spanish colonial rule in the late 19th century. He participated in the Philippine Revolution of 1896 and was later captured and executed by Spanish authorities in 1897.

In the 20th century, Artemio Sangalang was a prominent Filipino writer and journalist. Born in 1906, he was known for his novels and short stories that explored the social and political issues of his time. His works, such as "Mga Bagong Habag" (New Mercies) and "Ang Sandali ng Paghahari" (The Moment of Reign), were influential in the development of Filipino literature.

More recently, Rodolfo Sangalang was a respected Filipino diplomat and ambassador. Born in 1926, he served as the Ambassador of the Philippines to several countries, including the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. He played a crucial role in strengthening diplomatic relations between the Philippines and these nations.

Lastly, Maria Sangalang was a renowned Filipino actress and director. Born in 1932, she made significant contributions to the Philippine film industry, both in front of the camera and behind the scenes. She was known for her performances in several critically acclaimed films, as well as her directorial work in various television series and movies.

These are just a few examples of notable individuals who have carried the surname Sangalang throughout history, highlighting its deep-rooted connections to the Philippines and its cultural significance.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Sangalang

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

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

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