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

Yadao, 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 Yadao surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Yadao in America

Yadao is the 24554th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Yadao surname appeared 1,018 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 Yadao.

We can also compare 2010 data for Yadao 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 Yadao

The surname Yadao has its origins in the Philippines, a country known for its rich blend of native, Spanish, Chinese, and American cultural influences. The name Yadao is believed to have been derived from indigenous Filipino languages, which were spoken before Spanish colonization in the 16th century. The regions where this surname originally appears are likely in the northern part of the Philippines, notably in the Ilocos region and other nearby provinces where Ilocano is the predominant language.

The etymology of Yadao could be traced to old Ilocano words, though pinpointing a specific root is challenging due to the complexities and evolution of language over centuries. There are no direct historical references to the surname Yadao in pre-colonial records, as written documentation from this period is minimal. However, post-colonial records from church registries and civil documents during the Spanish and later American periods in the Philippines likely contain early mentions of the name.

One of the earliest recorded examples of the surname Yadao can be found in the baptismal records from the late 1700s. During this time, many Filipinos adopted or altered their surnames due to the Claveria decree of 1849, which standardized names for better administrative control. The surname Yadao survived these changes, demonstrating its deep roots in the local communities.

In historical records, variations of the name may include place names influenced by similar phonetics, such as "Yaday" or "Yadayao," though these are less commonly seen. The resilience of the surname through various regimes signifies its strong cultural connection among Filipino families.

One notable individual with the surname Yadao was Mariano Yadao, born in 1865, who was known for his role during the Philippine Revolution against Spanish rule. Another significant figure was Esteban Yadao, born in 1890, who contributed to public health initiatives during the American colonial period in the Philippines. Maria Yadao, born in 1924, was an educator who played a significant role in promoting literacy in rural areas. Carlos Yadao, born in 1907, was an accomplished farmer and community leader in Ilocos Norte. Finally, Gregorio Yadao, born in 1935, was a well-respected artisan known for his craft in traditional Filipino woodwork.

The surname Yadao remains an important part of Filipino heritage, reflecting a legacy that spans various historical periods and cultural shifts in the Philippines. Its endurance over centuries highlights the cultural richness and historical depth of Filipino family names.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Yadao

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

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

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