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

Kusi, 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 Kusi surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Kusi in America

Kusi is the 65244th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Kusi surname appeared 304 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 Kusi.

We can also compare 2010 data for Kusi 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 Kusi

The surname KUSI originates from the Italian language and is believed to have originated in the northern regions of Italy, particularly in the Piedmont and Lombardy areas, during the medieval period.

The name KUSI is thought to be derived from the Latin word "cusio," which means "guardian" or "watchman." This connection suggests that the earliest bearers of this surname may have held occupations related to guarding or protecting, such as sentries or watchmen.

Historical records from the 13th and 14th centuries mention individuals with the surname KUSI residing in various towns and villages across northern Italy. One notable mention is found in the archives of the city of Milan, where a document dated 1287 references a certain Guglielmo KUSI, a local merchant and landowner.

In the 15th century, the KUSI surname can be found in the records of the Republic of Venice, where a prominent family bearing this name held influential positions within the city's governing bodies. Giovanni KUSI, born in 1438, served as a member of the Venetian Senate and played a crucial role in the city's political affairs during that era.

Moving forward to the 16th century, the KUSI name gained prominence in the field of literature and arts. Antonio KUSI, born in 1512 in Verona, was a renowned poet and playwright whose works were widely celebrated during the Italian Renaissance.

Another notable figure bearing the KUSI surname was Francesca KUSI, born in 1675 in Turin. She was a skilled artist known for her intricate portraits and religious paintings, which adorned many churches and noble residences throughout the Piedmont region.

In the 18th century, the KUSI name was associated with the Italian military. Marco KUSI, born in 1721 in Milan, rose through the ranks of the Sardinian army and achieved the prestigious title of General, leading troops in several campaigns during the Wars of the Spanish and Austrian Successions.

As the KUSI surname spread beyond Italy, it also gained recognition in other parts of Europe. One prominent example is Maximilian KUSI, born in 1849 in Vienna, who was a renowned architect and urban planner responsible for the design of several iconic buildings and public spaces in the Austro-Hungarian Empire.

Throughout its history, the KUSI surname has been carried by individuals from various walks of life, including merchants, artists, military leaders, and influential figures in their respective fields, contributing to the rich tapestry of Italian and European cultural heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Kusi

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

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

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