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

Savusa, 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 Savusa surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Savusa in America

Savusa is the 152628th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Savusa surname appeared 107 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 Savusa.

The history of the last name Savusa

The surname SAVUSA originates from the Sami people of Northern Scandinavia, specifically the regions of Lapland spanning across Norway, Sweden, Finland and the Kola Peninsula of Russia. It's believed to have derived from the ancient Sami word "savvus" which roughly translates to "reindeer herder" or "nomad", reflecting the traditional way of life for many Sami communities.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the SAVUSA name can be found in the Icelandic Sagas, a collection of historical narratives from the 13th century. It's referenced in the Saga of Erik the Red, which details the Norse explorations of Greenland and parts of North America. A Sami guide named Savusa is mentioned as accompanying the expedition, suggesting the name's prominence among the indigenous Sami people at the time.

In the 16th century, a man named Olaus Savusa was documented as a respected elder and spiritual leader within the Sami community in Finnmark, Norway. He played a crucial role in preserving and passing down traditional Sami beliefs and practices to subsequent generations.

During the 17th century, a notable figure named Maren Savusa gained recognition for her expertise in traditional Sami handicrafts, particularly intricate weaving and embroidery techniques. Her works were highly sought after and can still be found in museums across Scandinavia.

In the late 19th century, a renowned Sami author and activist named Johan Savusa (1865-1932) emerged as a prominent voice for the Sami people's rights and cultural preservation. His writings and advocacy efforts were instrumental in raising awareness about the struggles and challenges faced by the Sami community during that period.

Another individual of historical significance was Nils Savusa (1892-1977), a skilled reindeer herder and traditional storyteller from the Sami community in northern Sweden. He was widely respected for his vast knowledge of Sami folklore, traditions, and the intricate relationship between the Sami people and the reindeer they herded.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Savusa

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

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

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