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

Falu, 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 Falu surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Falu in America

Falu is the 50362nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Falu surname appeared 415 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 Falu.

We can also compare 2010 data for Falu 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 Falu

The surname FALU has its origins rooted in the country of Hungary, dating back to the 11th century. It is believed to be derived from the Old Hungarian word "falu," which means "village" or "settlement." This suggests that the name FALU may have initially been associated with individuals who hailed from a particular village or resided in a rural area.

During the medieval period, many Hungarian villages and towns were documented in various records, including the Liber Regius (Royal Book) of King Béla III, compiled in the late 12th century. It is possible that the name FALU may have appeared in such historical documents, though specific references are scarce due to the limited preservation of records from that era.

One of the earliest documented instances of the surname FALU can be found in the register of the University of Cracow (Poland), where a student named Stephanus Falu was recorded in 1434. This entry provides evidence of the name's existence during the 15th century, albeit with a slightly different spelling.

The name FALU has also been associated with several notable individuals throughout history. For instance, János Falu (1566-1624) was a Hungarian Calvinist minister and author known for his religious works and translations. Another prominent figure was Péter Falu (1744-1819), a Hungarian artist and painter renowned for his portraits and landscapes.

In the 19th century, Ferenc Falu (1809-1876) was a prominent Hungarian politician and writer who served as a member of the Hungarian Diet (parliament) and advocated for various reforms. Additionally, Károly Falu (1871-1945) was a Hungarian engineer and inventor credited with developing an early form of the electric motor.

It is important to note that the surname FALU may have evolved from different place names or settlement names in Hungary, such as Falubattyán, Falucsene, or Falugeres, among others. These place names often incorporate the word "falu" (village) and could have contributed to the formation of the surname over time.

While the surname FALU is relatively uncommon today, it remains a testament to Hungary's rich cultural heritage and the significance of village life in the country's history. The name has been carried by individuals from diverse backgrounds, reflecting the diverse tapestry of Hungarian society throughout the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Falu

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

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

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