Common Filipino Last Names: A Comprehensive Guide

Are you looking for a deeper understanding of Filipino last names? This comprehensive guide explores the most common surnames in the Philippines, delving into their origins, meanings, and cultural significance. Discover the rich history behind these names and gain insights into the diverse tapestry of Filipino heritage.
1. **Abad:** meaning "forever" or "eternal"
2. **Agcaoili:** meaning "one who is brave or fearless"
3. **Aguilar:** meaning "eagle" or "one who is strong and swift"
4. **Alcantara:** meaning "high bridge"
5. **Alcasid:** meaning "one who is from the town of Alcasid"
6. **Alejandro:** meaning "defender of mankind"
7. **Almendras:** meaning "almond tree"
8. **Alvarez:** meaning "son of Alvaro"
9. **Amante:** meaning "lover"
10. **Amurao:** meaning "one who is from the town of Amurao"
11. **Andrada:** meaning "one who is from the town of Andrada"
12. **Ang:** meaning "angel"
13. **Añonuevo:** meaning "New Year"
14. **Aquino:** meaning "one who is from the town of Aquino"
15. **Arce:** meaning "arch"
16. **Arias:** meaning "one who is from the town of Arias"
17. **Atayde:** meaning "one who is from the town of Atayde"
18. **Aurelio:** meaning "golden"
19. **Avelino:** meaning "one who is from the town of Avelino"
20. **Ayala:** meaning "one who is from the town of Ayala"
21. **Azucena:** meaning "lily"
22. **Babasa:** meaning "one who is from the town of Babasa"
23. **Bacani:** meaning "one who is from the town of Bacani"
24. **Bagatsing:** meaning "one who is from the town of Bagatsing"
25. **Balagtas:** meaning "one who is from the town of Balagtas"
26. **Baldovino:** meaning "brave warrior"
27. **Bautista:** meaning "one who is baptized"
28. **Baylon:** meaning "one who is from the town of Baylon"
29. **Beltran:** meaning "one who is from the town of Beltran"
30. **Bernardo:** meaning "brave as a bear"
31. **Borja:** meaning "one who is from the town of Borja"
32. **Bueno:** meaning "good"
33. **Caballero:** meaning "gentleman"
34. **Cabrera:** meaning "one who is from the town of Cabrera"
35. **Cagampang:** meaning "one who is strong and courageous"
36. **Calderon:** meaning "one who is from the town of Calderon"
37. **Camacho:** meaning "one who is from the town of Camacho"
38. **Campos:** meaning "fields"
39. **Canlas:** meaning "one who is from the town of Canlas"
40. **Carpio:** meaning "one who is from the town of Carpio"