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

Tamondong, 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 Tamondong surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Tamondong in America

Tamondong is the 57372nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Tamondong surname appeared 355 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 Tamondong.

We can also compare 2010 data for Tamondong 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 Tamondong

The surname "TAMONDONG" is believed to have originated from the Philippines, specifically in the regions of Visayas and Mindanao. It is likely derived from the Cebuano or Hiligaynon language, which are spoken in these areas.

The name "TAMONDONG" may have its roots in the combination of two words or elements from these local languages. One possible interpretation is that it is derived from the words "tamon" (which means "to keep" or "to store") and "dong" (which could signify a location or place). This suggests that the name may have originated from a place where people stored or kept their possessions or resources.

Another theory is that "TAMONDONG" could be related to the word "tamon" (meaning "to hunt" or "to capture") and "dong" (a place or location), implying that the name may have originated from a place where hunting or capturing activities took place.

While the exact origins and meanings of the name are not entirely clear, it is evident that the surname "TAMONDONG" has deep roots in the linguistic and cultural heritage of the Philippines.

In terms of historical records, the name "TAMONDONG" can be found in various documents and manuscripts from the Philippines, particularly in the areas of Visayas and Mindanao. However, specific references or mentions in notable historical works are scarce.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name "TAMONDONG" dates back to the late 19th century. Juan Tamondong (1865-1932) was a prominent Philippine writer and journalist during the Spanish colonial period and the early years of American occupation.

Another notable individual with the surname "TAMONDONG" is Antonio Tamondong (1901-1990), a Filipino politician who served as a member of the Philippine House of Representatives and the Senate from the 1950s to the 1970s.

In the field of sports, Rodolfo Tamondong (born 1972) is a former professional basketball player who played in the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) during the 1990s and early 2000s.

Maria Tamondong (1925-2010) was a renowned Filipino writer and poet, known for her contributions to the literary scene in the Visayan region.

Finally, Rafael Tamondong (1887-1965) was a Filipino entrepreneur and businessman who established successful ventures in the agricultural and trading sectors in the early 20th century.

While the surname "TAMONDONG" may not be as widely recognized as some other Filipino surnames, it holds a significant place in the cultural and historical tapestry of the Philippines, particularly in the regions where it originated.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Tamondong

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

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

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