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

Tactay, 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 Tactay surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Tactay in America

Tactay is the 146201st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Tactay surname appeared 113 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 Tactay.

The history of the last name Tactay

The surname Tactay is of Spanish origin, dating back to the 16th century. It is believed to have originated in the Basque region of Spain, where it was likely derived from a place name or a descriptive term related to the local landscape or geography.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Tactay can be found in the baptismal records of the parish church of San Sebastian in the town of Azpeitia, Gipuzkoa, Spain. In 1578, a child named Juan de Tactay was baptized, suggesting that the family had already established roots in the area at that time.

While the exact meaning and origin of the name Tactay remain uncertain, some scholars have speculated that it may be related to the Basque word "taka," which means "stain" or "spot." It is possible that the name was originally used to describe someone who lived near a distinctive geographical feature or landmark with a distinct marking or discoloration.

In the late 17th century, a man named Pedro de Tactay is mentioned in the municipal records of the town of Tolosa, also in Gipuzkoa. This reference provides further evidence of the name's presence in the Basque region during that time period.

Notable individuals with the surname Tactay throughout history include:

1. Ignacio Tactay (1743-1812), a Spanish military officer who served in the Spanish Army during the Napoleonic Wars.
2. María Tactay (1789-1856), a renowned Basque poet and writer, known for her contributions to the preservation and promotion of Basque literature and culture.
3. Juan Tactay (1823-1898), a Basque businessman and philanthropist who established several schools and charitable organizations in the region.
4. Dolores Tactay (1865-1932), a Spanish artist and painter whose works were exhibited in prestigious galleries across Europe.
5. Miguel Tactay (1901-1978), a Spanish engineer and inventor who patented several innovative designs related to mechanical engineering and manufacturing processes.

While the surname Tactay may not be widely known outside of its region of origin, its historical roots and association with notable individuals in the Basque region of Spain highlight its cultural significance and enduring presence throughout the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Tactay

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

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

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