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

Faletogo, 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 Faletogo surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Faletogo in America

Faletogo is the 145220th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Faletogo surname appeared 114 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 Faletogo.

The history of the last name Faletogo

The surname FALETOGO has its origins in the Pacific Island nation of Tonga. It is believed to have emerged around the 16th century, when many of the islands were united under the Tu'i Tonga Empire. The name is derived from the Tongan words "fale" meaning "house" and "togo" meaning "to flee or escape."

During the height of the Tu'i Tonga Empire, the name FALETOGO was likely associated with those who fled their homes or sought refuge elsewhere, possibly due to conflicts or natural disasters. Some early records suggest the name may have been given to families who relocated to different islands within the Tongan archipelago.

One of the earliest known references to the name FALETOGO can be found in oral histories and chants that were passed down through generations. These accounts often mentioned individuals with this surname who played roles in significant events or were members of prominent families within the island communities.

In the 18th century, a chief named Sione FALETOGO is recorded as leading a group of settlers to establish a village on the island of Vava'u. This village, known as Faletogo, still exists today and is named after him.

Another notable figure was Mele FALETOGO, a skilled navigator and explorer who was born around 1790. She is celebrated for her voyages to distant islands and her contributions to the preservation of traditional Tongan seafaring knowledge.

During the 19th century, several individuals with the surname FALETOGO were involved in the political and social changes that occurred as Tonga transitioned from a traditional monarchy to a constitutional monarchy. One such individual was Semisi FALETOGO, who served as a member of the Legislative Assembly in the late 1800s.

In the early 20th century, a man named Sione FALETOGO gained recognition for his expertise in traditional Tongan arts and crafts, particularly in the art of tapa cloth making. His work was showcased in various exhibitions and helped to promote the cultural heritage of Tonga.

Throughout history, the FALETOGO surname has remained prominent in Tonga, and many individuals with this name have contributed to various aspects of Tongan society, including politics, culture, and community development.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Faletogo

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

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

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