Explore the Family Name Yadao

The meaning of Yadao

Filipino: probably a nickname or a topographic name from a Hispanicized form of the Ilokano locative prefix i- ‘from’ and the root adaw, meaning ‘to be far away from’, ‘get away from’, or ‘keep one’s distance’. Some characteristic forenames: Spanish Beatriz, Jaime, Manolo, Ruben, Alfonso, Amante, Aureo, Bartolome, Benito, Bienvenido, Bonifacio, Carlito.

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How common is the last name Yadao in the United States?

Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Yadao has increased in popularity from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, the surname was ranked 26,446 and increased to a rank of 24,554 by 2010, representing a positive change of 7.15%. The count of people with this surname also grew from 868 in 2000 to 1,018 in 2010, signifying an increase of 17.28%. Moreover, the proportion of individuals with this surname per 100k rose from 0.32 to 0.35, marking a 9.38% increase.

20002010Change
Rank#26,446#24,5547.15%
Count8681,01817.28%
Proportion per 100k0.320.359.38%

Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Yadao

When considering ethnicity based on the same Decennial U.S. Census data, the majority of individuals with the Yadao surname identify as Asian/Pacific Islander. However, there was a slight decrease in this group from 71.54% in 2000 to 70.83% in 2010. People identifying as two or more races saw an increase from 11.29% to 12.87%, indicating a growth of 13.99%. The percentage of people with this surname who identify as White declined by 13.02%, dropping from 5.53% to 4.81%. Meanwhile, those identifying as Hispanic presented an increase from 9.68% to 10.51%, marking a 8.57% rise. No Yadao individuals identified as Black or American Indian and Alaskan Native during these years.

20002010Change
Asian/Pacific Islander71.54%70.83%-0.99%
Two or More Races11.29%12.87%13.99%
Hispanic9.68%10.51%8.57%
White5.53%4.81%-13.02%
Black0%0%0%
American Indian and Alaskan Native0%0%0%