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

Cuc, 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 Cuc surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Cuc in America

Cuc is the 76533rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Cuc surname appeared 251 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 Cuc.

We can also compare 2010 data for Cuc 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 Cuc

The surname CUC originated in Vietnam, with its earliest known records dating back to the 15th century. The name is believed to have derived from the Vietnamese word "cuc," which means "end" or "terminal." It is possible that the name was initially given to individuals who lived at the end of a village or settlement.

During the 16th and 17th centuries, the CUC surname appeared in various historical documents and records in Vietnam, particularly in the northern regions of the country. One notable mention was found in a manuscript from the late 17th century, which detailed the lineage of a prominent CUC family in the village of Hai Duong.

In the 18th century, a CUC family was recorded as landowners in the Bac Ninh province, with their ancestral home situated near the banks of the Red River. This family's holdings and influence extended throughout the region, and they were known for their contributions to local agriculture and trade.

The earliest known person with the surname CUC was Nguyen Van Cuc, a scholar and poet who lived in the late 15th century. His works were widely celebrated and preserved, providing insight into the literary and cultural traditions of the time.

Another notable figure was Tran Thi Cuc, a female military leader who fought against the French colonial forces in the late 19th century. Her bravery and leadership inspired many during the resistance movement, and she is still remembered as a national heroine in Vietnam.

In the early 20th century, Nguyen Cuc, a prominent businessman and philanthropist, established several schools and hospitals in the city of Hanoi. His contributions to education and healthcare left a lasting impact on the local community.

During the same period, Pham Van Cuc was a renowned artist and calligrapher, whose works were highly prized and exhibited in various galleries throughout Vietnam and neighboring countries.

Another notable individual was Vu Thi Cuc, a celebrated singer and performer of traditional Vietnamese music in the mid-20th century. Her recordings and performances helped preserve and promote the rich cultural heritage of her homeland.

While the CUC surname originated in Vietnam, it has since spread to other parts of the world through migration and diaspora communities. However, its roots and historical significance remain deeply intertwined with the cultural and linguistic traditions of Vietnam.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Cuc

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

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

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