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

Cuji, 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 Cuji surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Cuji in America

Cuji is the 74826th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Cuji surname appeared 258 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 Cuji.

The history of the last name Cuji

The surname CUJI is of Spanish origin, with its roots tracing back to the 15th century. It is believed to have originated from the small village of Cujía, located in the province of Burgos, in northern Spain. The name is thought to be derived from the Latin word "culcita," meaning a cushion or mattress, suggesting a possible occupation or trade association for early bearers of the name.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the CUJI name can be found in the archives of the Monastery of Santa María la Real de Las Huelgas, where a certain Pedro CUJI is mentioned as a landowner in the year 1476. Furthermore, the Archivo General de Indias, a repository of documents pertaining to the Spanish Empire's colonial era, contains records of a Juan CUJI, who served as a soldier in the conquest of Peru in the early 16th century.

In the 17th century, the CUJI name gained prominence with the birth of Diego CUJI (1625-1687), a renowned Spanish painter and engraver. His works, which include religious paintings and portraits, can be found in various churches and museums across Spain. Another notable figure was Ignacio CUJI (1732-1803), a Jesuit priest and scholar who authored several treatises on theology and philosophy.

As the Spanish Empire expanded its reach, the CUJI surname found its way to the Americas. One of the earliest recorded instances is that of María CUJI, who was born in Lima, Peru, in 1658. Her son, Pedro CUJI (1685-1754), became a successful merchant and landowner in the region.

In the 19th century, the CUJI name gained further recognition with the birth of Emilio CUJI (1845-1912), a celebrated Spanish lawyer and politician who served as a member of the Spanish Parliament. Additionally, Antonio CUJI (1867-1935), a renowned Spanish architect, left an indelible mark on the architectural landscape of Madrid and other Spanish cities with his unique blend of neo-Gothic and Baroque styles.

Throughout its long history, the CUJI surname has been associated with various professions and achievements, from artists and scholars to soldiers and politicians. While its origins can be traced back to a small village in Spain, the name has since spread across the globe, carried by generations of individuals who have contributed to the rich tapestry of human culture and history.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Cuji

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

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 Cuji 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.

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

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