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

Fonoti, 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 Fonoti surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Fonoti in America

Fonoti is the 65066th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Fonoti surname appeared 305 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 Fonoti.

We can also compare 2010 data for Fonoti 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 Fonoti

The surname FONOTI has its origins in the Samoan culture and language. It is believed to have originated in the island nation of Samoa, a country located in the South Pacific Ocean. The name likely has roots dating back several centuries, although the exact time period is difficult to pinpoint.

FONOTI is a Samoan word that is thought to be derived from the combination of two words: "fono" and "ti." "Fono" means a gathering or meeting, while "ti" can refer to a specific type of plant or tree. It is possible that the name was originally associated with a particular location or village where such plants were abundant or where important gatherings took place.

There are no known historical records or manuscripts that specifically mention the surname FONOTI from ancient times. However, the name's existence can be traced back to the oral traditions and genealogical records maintained by Samoan families and communities over generations.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the surname FONOTI was Toa Fonoti, a chief and warrior who lived in the late 18th century. He played a significant role in the conflicts and power struggles between various Samoan clans during that period.

Another notable figure was Tuitoga Fonoti, a prominent Samoan orator and diplomat who lived in the early 19th century. He was renowned for his skills in oratory and his ability to mediate disputes between different villages and tribes.

In the 20th century, Seuao Fonoti became a respected Samoan poet and writer, known for his works that celebrated Samoan culture and traditions. He lived from 1922 to 1998.

Siaosi Fonoti was a Samoan politician and member of the Legislative Assembly of Samoa in the latter half of the 20th century. He played a role in shaping the country's political landscape during the post-independence era.

More recently, Tasi Fonoti has gained recognition as a talented Samoan artist and sculptor, known for his intricate wood carvings and depictions of traditional Samoan motifs and symbols.

While the surname FONOTI has its roots in Samoa, it has also spread to other parts of the world due to migration and the Samoan diaspora. However, its origins and connections to the Samoan language and culture remain a significant part of its history and meaning.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Fonoti

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

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

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