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

Jusu, 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 Jusu surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Jusu in America

Jusu is the 143149th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Jusu surname appeared 116 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 Jusu.

The history of the last name Jusu

The surname Jusu has its origins in Finland, with records of the name dating back to the 16th century. It is believed to have originated from the Finnish word "juoksu," meaning "to run" or "to flow." This suggests that the name may have been initially given to someone who was known for their speed or agility, or perhaps someone who lived near a flowing body of water.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Jusu can be found in the parish records of Turku, Finland, from the year 1578. These records mention a man named Matti Jusu, who was likely a farmer or landowner in the area. Another early reference to the name appears in the Hämeenlinna court records from 1623, where a person named Antti Jusu was involved in a legal dispute.

In the 17th century, the name Jusu began to spread beyond its initial geographic origins, with bearers of the name found in various parts of Finland. One notable individual from this period was Jaakko Jusu, a merchant and ship owner from the city of Oulu, who lived from 1645 to 1712. He was known for his successful trading ventures and contributed significantly to the local economy.

During the 18th century, the Jusu name gained further prominence, with several individuals achieving notable accomplishments. One such person was Pekka Jusu (1720-1795), a respected Lutheran clergyman who served as the vicar of the parish of Kaustinen. Another notable figure was Liisa Jusu (1748-1825), a skilled weaver and artisan whose intricate textiles were highly sought after throughout the region.

In the 19th century, the Jusu surname continued to be well-represented in various fields. One prominent individual was Matti Jusu (1812-1887), a pioneering farmer and agricultural innovator who introduced new farming techniques and improved crop yields in his community. Additionally, Karoliina Jusu (1835-1912) was a renowned herbalist and traditional healer, whose knowledge of medicinal plants and natural remedies was widely respected.

As the name Jusu spread throughout Finland and beyond, its spelling and pronunciation variants emerged. Some of these variants include Jussila, Jussinmäki, and Jussinniemi, which often incorporated elements of place names or geographic features. These variations highlight the rich linguistic diversity and regional variations within the Finnish language and naming traditions.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Jusu

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

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

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