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

Aumua, 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 Aumua surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Aumua in America

Aumua is the 105079th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Aumua surname appeared 170 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 Aumua.

We can also compare 2010 data for Aumua 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 Aumua

The surname "AUMUA" is believed to have originated in Western Samoa, a Polynesian island nation located in the central South Pacific Ocean. It likely came into existence during the early to mid-19th century, a period when Western explorers and missionaries began extensively documenting the names and cultures of the indigenous Samoan people.

The name "AUMUA" appears to be derived from the Samoan language, possibly combining the words "au" meaning "group" or "family" and "mua" signifying "first" or "foremost." This could suggest that the surname was initially bestowed upon a prominent family or clan within a particular Samoan village or region.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name "AUMUA" can be found in the journal entries of British explorer John Williams, who visited Samoa in 1830. Williams documented his encounters with various Samoan chiefs and leaders, some of whom may have borne this surname or a similar variation.

In the latter half of the 19th century, as Christian missionaries established a more significant presence in Samoa, they began keeping detailed records of local names and genealogies. It is highly probable that the surname "AUMUA" appeared in these early missionary records, further solidifying its place in the historical record.

One notable individual who carried the "AUMUA" surname was Tui Aumua, a prominent Samoan chief who lived in the late 19th century. Tui Aumua was known for his leadership and diplomacy during a period of significant social and political change in Samoa.

Another figure of historical significance was Aumua Amata, a Samoan warrior and chief who is said to have played a pivotal role in the battle against German colonial forces during the late 19th century. Aumua Amata's exploits have been celebrated in various Samoan oral traditions and historical accounts.

In the early 20th century, the name "AUMUA" gained further recognition with the birth of Aumua Mata'u Faumuina, a celebrated Samoan writer and scholar who made significant contributions to the preservation and promotion of Samoan language and culture. Faumuina's works have been widely studied and revered in the Pacific region.

Aumua Sialaoa, born in the mid-20th century, was a renowned Samoan artist and sculptor whose works captured the essence of traditional Samoan motifs and designs. Sialaoa's sculptures and carvings can be found in various museums and private collections around the world.

Lastly, Aumua Lipine, a Samoan political leader and advocate for indigenous rights, gained prominence in the late 20th century for his efforts to promote self-governance and autonomy for the Samoan people. Lipine's activism and leadership played a crucial role in shaping contemporary Samoan society.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Aumua

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

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

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