ASUNCION
Asuncion
Asuncion is a surname with Spanish origins that is found in the Philippines due to the influence of Spanish colonialism. The surname could have originated from the Spanish word "asunción", meaning "assumption" in English. It may refer to the assumption of the Virgin Mary into heaven, a significant event in Catholic theology.
The presence of the Asuncion surname in the Philippines likely dates back to the Spanish colonial period when Filipinos were assigned surnames for tax and census purposes. Families who adopted this surname might have had connections to the Catholic Church or could have been influenced by the religious practices of the Spanish colonizers.
Individuals with the surname Asuncion have carried it across generations, with some prominent figures making contributions in various fields such as politics, academics, and the arts.
Asuncion is a testament to the historical and cultural blending that occurred during the Spanish colonial era in the Philippines, reflecting the country's diverse heritage.
There are approximately 40 people named Asuncion in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Asuncion.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Camilo
- Rodel
Female
- Maria