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

Fiefia, 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 Fiefia surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Fiefia in America

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

The Fiefia 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 Fiefia.

The history of the last name Fiefia

The surname FIEFIA has its origins in the Polynesian islands of the South Pacific, specifically in Samoa and parts of Fiji. It is believed to have emerged during the 18th century, derived from the Samoan word "fiefia" which means "joy" or "happiness." This suggests that the name may have been given to individuals or families known for their joyful demeanor or positive outlook on life.

In the early 19th century, records show a Chief Fiefia from the village of Falealili in Samoa, who was renowned for his wisdom and leadership during times of conflict. It is likely that his descendants adopted the name as their surname, further solidifying its place in the region's cultural history.

The earliest recorded instance of the surname FIEFIA can be traced back to a church register from the village of Apia in Samoa, dated 1825. This document lists the baptism of a child named Tala Fiefia, indicating that the name was already in use as a family name by that time.

One notable bearer of the FIEFIA surname was Tavita Fiefia (1832-1891), a skilled navigator and explorer who was instrumental in mapping the islands of the Samoan archipelago. His detailed charts and records were invaluable to subsequent generations of sailors and cartographers.

Another historical figure was Malia Fiefia (1867-1943), a respected healer and midwife in the village of Poutasi, Samoa. She was renowned for her extensive knowledge of traditional Samoan medicine and her dedication to helping families during childbirth.

In Fiji, the name FIEFIA can also be found, though its origins and usage may have diverged slightly from the Samoan roots. One such example is Ratu Tevita Fiefia (1885-1962), a chief and landowner from the island of Vanua Levu, who played a significant role in local politics and land disputes during the early 20th century.

Additionally, there are records of a Samoan missionary named Sione Fiefia (1901-1978) who traveled to New Zealand in the 1920s, spreading Christianity and establishing several churches among the Samoan communities there.

While the surname FIEFIA may not be as common outside of the Polynesian region, it remains a significant part of the cultural heritage and history of Samoa and Fiji, reflecting the values and experiences of its bearers over the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Fiefia

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

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

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