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

Sicat, 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 Sicat surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Sicat in America

Sicat is the 47791st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Sicat surname appeared 443 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 Sicat.

We can also compare 2010 data for Sicat 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 Sicat

The surname SICAT has its origins in the Philippines, tracing back to the early 16th century during the Spanish colonization of the islands. It is believed to be derived from the Visayan word "sikat," which means "famous" or "well-known." This suggests that the name may have initially been given to individuals who held a prominent status or reputation within their communities.

One of the earliest known references to the SICAT surname can be found in the Boxer Codex, a 16th-century manuscript documenting the history and culture of the Philippines during the Spanish era. The codex mentions several individuals bearing the SICAT name, indicating that the surname was already established by that time.

In the late 17th century, a notable figure named Juan SICAT was recorded as a respected leader and landowner in the province of Pampanga. His descendants continued to carry the SICAT name, contributing to its spread and recognition throughout the region.

Another historical figure of note was Andres SICAT, born in 1735, who served as a military officer under the Spanish colonial government. His bravery and leadership during various conflicts earned him recognition and helped solidify the SICAT name as a symbol of valor and patriotism.

During the Philippine Revolution against Spanish rule in the late 19th century, the SICAT surname gained further prominence. Emilio SICAT (1849-1923) was a prominent revolutionary leader who played a pivotal role in the struggle for independence. His dedication to the cause and his unwavering spirit made him a celebrated figure among his contemporaries and future generations.

Moving into the 20th century, one of the most renowned individuals bearing the SICAT surname was Gerardo SICAT (1925-2001), an economist and academic who served as the Secretary of Economic Planning under the Marcos administration. His contributions to economic policy and development earned him international recognition and several prestigious awards.

Throughout its history, the SICAT surname has been associated with various place names and locations within the Philippines. Some examples include Sicat Hacienda in Pampanga, Sicat Barrio in Batangas, and Sicat Island in the Visayas region. These place names serve as a testament to the widespread presence and influence of the SICAT family name across the archipelago.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Sicat

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

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

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