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

Sapa, 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 Sapa surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Sapa in America

Sapa is the 113155th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Sapa surname appeared 155 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 Sapa.

We can also compare 2010 data for Sapa 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 Sapa

The surname SAPA has its origins in the Philippines, and it is believed to have derived from the Tagalog word "sapa," which means "a small stream or creek." The name is thought to have emerged in the 16th or 17th century, during the Spanish colonial period in the Philippines.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname SAPA can be found in the "Catalogo Alfabetico de Apellidos" (Alphabetical Catalog of Surnames), a document compiled by the Spanish authorities in the Philippines in the late 18th century. This catalog was created to organize and record the various surnames adopted by the Filipino population during the Spanish rule.

The name SAPA may have been initially used as a descriptive surname, referring to individuals who lived near or had some association with a small stream or creek. It is possible that the name was also influenced by the Spanish word "sapa," which means "ditch" or "trench," further reinforcing its connection to bodies of water.

One notable individual with the surname SAPA was Juan Sapa, a Filipino revolutionary who fought against Spanish colonial rule in the late 19th century. He was born in 1860 and played a significant role in the Philippine Revolution of 1896-1898, which ultimately led to the country's independence from Spain.

Another prominent figure was Marcelo Sapa, a Filipino painter and artist who lived in the early 20th century. He was born in 1884 and is known for his paintings depicting scenes of rural Filipino life and landscapes.

In the field of literature, Joaquin Sapa y Siari was a Filipino novelist and playwright who lived from 1883 to 1945. He wrote several notable works that explored themes of love, family, and social issues in Philippine society.

Manuel Sapa was a Filipino businessman and philanthropist who lived from 1870 to 1945. He established several successful businesses and was known for his contributions to various charitable causes, particularly in education and healthcare.

Lastly, Carmela Sapa was a Filipino actress and singer who gained popularity in the mid-20th century. She was born in 1920 and performed in numerous stage productions, films, and radio programs, showcasing her talent and contributing to the growth of Philippine entertainment industry.

While the surname SAPA may have originated from a humble description of a geographic feature, it has been carried by notable individuals throughout Philippine history, each leaving their mark in various fields and contributing to the rich cultural tapestry of the nation.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Sapa

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

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

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