There are
993
Dacanays in the USA
Dacanay is the
25020th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Dacanay

PurificacionDacanay

Purificacion Dacanay was a Philippine educator and civic leader who served as the Dean of the College of Home Economics at the University of the Philippines.

RoyDacanay

Roy Dacanay is a Filipino journalist and author known for his works on Filipino cultural heritage and history.

JaninaSan

Janina San Miguel Dacanay is a Filipino beauty queen who won the Binibining Pilipinas World title in 2008.

ArnelDacanay

Arnel Dacanay is a Filipino musician and the lead vocalist of the internationally acclaimed rock band Journey.

AnnaLeah

Anna Leah Dacanay is a Filipino economist and former executive director of the Institute for Development and Econometric Analysis.

CarlosDacanay

Carlos Dacanay is a Filipino diplomat and served as the Ambassador of the Philippines to Singapore.

JoelDacanay

Joel Dacanay is a Filipino theater director and playwright known for his contributions to Philippine theater.

RobertJoseph

Robert Joseph Dacanay is a Filipino basketball player who played for the Philippine Basketball Association.

BenjaminDacanay

Benjamin Dacanay is a Filipino artist known for his paintings and sculpture works.

JudyAnn

Judy Ann Dacanay is a Filipino chef and culinary instructor who specializes in Filipino cuisine.

Dacanay Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Dacanay' is of Filipino origin. It is derived from the Tagalog word 'dacanay,' which means 'to know or to be familiar with.'
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Dacanay' is primarily found in the Philippines, especially in the province of Pangasinan. It is less common in other regions of the country and has a limited presence outside the Philippines.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Dacanay' include 'Dacanai' and 'Dakanay.'
Migration and ImmigrationThere is limited information available regarding the migration and immigration of people with the surname 'Dacanay.'