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

Tanase, 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 Tanase surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Tanase in America

Tanase is the 69579th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Tanase surname appeared 282 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 Tanase.

We can also compare 2010 data for Tanase 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 Tanase

The surname Tanase is of Romanian origin, with roots dating back to the 15th century. It is believed to have originated from the Romanian given name Tănase, a derivative of the Greek name Athanasios, meaning "immortal" or "eternal."

The earliest known record of the name Tanase can be found in the Codex Sturdzanus, a 15th-century Romanian manuscript containing various legal documents and chronicles. This manuscript mentions an individual named Tănase, who was a landowner in the region of Wallachia.

During the 16th and 17th centuries, the name Tanase became more widespread across Romanian principalities, such as Wallachia and Moldavia. It was often associated with prominent families and noblemen who held significant positions within the local administration and military.

One notable figure bearing the surname Tanase was Mihail Tanase, a Romanian philosopher and writer who lived from 1879 to 1959. He is renowned for his works that explored Romanian culture, folklore, and national identity.

Another individual of historical significance was General Ion Tanase (1890-1952), a highly decorated military leader who played a crucial role in Romania's involvement during World War II. His bravery and strategic prowess earned him numerous accolades and recognition.

In the realm of art, the name Tanase is associated with the renowned Romanian painter and sculptor Ion Tanase (1911-1986). His works, which often depicted scenes from rural life and traditional customs, are celebrated as part of the country's cultural heritage.

The surname Tanase can also be found in various historical records from the 18th and 19th centuries, such as land deeds, tax registers, and military rolls. Additionally, several villages and towns in Romania, such as Tănăseni and Tănăsoaia, bear names derived from the surname Tanase, suggesting the presence of families with this name in those areas.

One intriguing theory suggests that the name Tanase may have originated from the Latin word "tanatus," meaning "stubborn" or "persistent." This could potentially explain the surname's association with individuals known for their determination and resilience throughout history.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Tanase

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

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

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