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

Simpao, 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 Simpao surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Simpao in America

Simpao is the 126018th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Simpao surname appeared 136 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 Simpao.

The history of the last name Simpao

The surname "SIMPAO" is of Filipino origin, deriving from the Tagalog language spoken in the Philippines. It is believed to have emerged during the 16th century when Spanish colonizers arrived in the archipelago and began documenting local names.

One theory suggests that "SIMPAO" is derived from the Tagalog word "simbahan," which means "church." It is possible that the name was initially given to individuals who lived near or had a significant association with a local church or religious establishment. Another possible root is the word "simpao," which means "trumpet" in Tagalog, potentially indicating a connection to someone who played or crafted these instruments.

Early instances of the name "SIMPAO" can be found in Spanish colonial records from the late 16th and early 17th centuries, such as baptismal registers and land ownership documents. These records were often maintained by Catholic missionaries and Spanish authorities who attempted to transcribe local names into the Roman alphabet.

One of the earliest known individuals with the surname "SIMPAO" was Juan Simpao, a prominent landowner and community leader in the town of Taal, Batangas, in the late 17th century. Historical accounts mention his involvement in local governance and his efforts to advocate for the rights of Filipino landowners during the Spanish colonial era.

Another notable figure was Maria Simpao, a revolutionary who joined the Philippine Revolution against Spain in the late 19th century. Born in 1872 in Bulacan, she played an active role in supporting the revolutionary forces led by Emilio Aguinaldo and was known for her bravery and dedication to the cause of Philippine independence.

In the early 20th century, during the American colonial period, Miguel Simpao was a respected educator and author who wrote extensively about Philippine history, culture, and literature. His works, published between 1910 and 1935, provided valuable insights into the country's rich heritage and helped preserve traditional knowledge for future generations.

One of the earliest documented place names associated with the surname "SIMPAO" is the Barrio Simpao in the town of Santa Maria, Bulacan. This community, established in the 17th century, was likely named after an early settler or prominent family with the surname.

Throughout its history, the surname "SIMPAO" has undergone various spelling variations, such as "Simpaó," "Simpawo," and "Simpaw," reflecting the challenges of transcribing Tagalog words into the Roman alphabet during the colonial era. However, the modern spelling "SIMPAO" has become the most widely accepted and recognized form of the name.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Simpao

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

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

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