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

Lolohea, 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 Lolohea surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Lolohea in America

Lolohea is the 93125th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Lolohea surname appeared 197 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 Lolohea.

We can also compare 2010 data for Lolohea 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 Lolohea

The surname LOLOHEA has its origins in Samoa and Tonga, where it is believed to have been derived from the Samoan word "lolo" meaning "to sway" or "to move gently," combined with the word "hea" meaning "to beckon" or "to call." This surname is thought to have emerged in the 16th or 17th century, reflecting the traditional ways of life and cultural practices of these Pacific Island nations.

While there is limited historical documentation on the exact origins of this surname, it is believed to have been used by families residing in coastal villages and communities, where the rhythmic movements of the ocean and the beckoning calls of fishermen or sailors were integral parts of daily life. The name may have been bestowed upon individuals or families known for their connection to the sea or their skilled navigation abilities.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the LOLOHEA surname can be found in the records of the London Missionary Society, which established missions in Samoa in the early 19th century. In these records, a Chief named Lolohea is mentioned as a prominent leader in the village of Falefa on the island of Upolu in the 1830s.

Another notable figure bearing the LOLOHEA surname was Pita Lolohea, a Tongan seafarer and navigator who was born in the late 18th century. He was renowned for his expertise in reading the stars and ocean currents, guiding voyaging canoes across the vast Pacific Ocean.

In the late 19th century, a family named LOLOHEA was documented as residing in the village of Fasito'o-Uta on the island of Upolu in Samoa. This family was known for their skillful craftsmanship in building traditional outrigger canoes and their involvement in local fishing activities.

Another prominent individual with the LOLOHEA surname was Sione Lolohea, a Tongan artist and woodcarver who lived in the early 20th century. His intricate carvings depicting traditional Tongan motifs and legends were highly regarded and can be found in museums and private collections around the world.

In more recent times, Malia LOLOHEA, a Samoan writer and activist, has gained recognition for her work in preserving and promoting the cultural heritage and traditions of her people. She has authored several books and plays that explore the themes of identity, community, and the challenges faced by Pacific Islanders in the modern world.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Lolohea

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

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

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