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

Tarca, 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 Tarca surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Tarca in America

Tarca is the 129047th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Tarca surname appeared 132 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 Tarca.

We can also compare 2010 data for Tarca 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 Tarca

The surname Tarca has its origins in Romania, specifically in the Transylvania region. It is believed to have emerged around the 15th century, derived from the Romanian word "tarca," which means a wooden barrel or cask. This suggests that the name may have initially been associated with individuals involved in the production or transportation of these vessels.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname Tarca can be found in the historical records of the town of Sibiu, where a merchant named Ioan Tarca is mentioned in a document dated 1487. This provides evidence of the name's existence and usage during that period.

In the 16th century, the Tarca family gained prominence in the region of Făgăraș, where they held influential positions within the local administration. Notable figures include Petru Tarca, who served as a magistrate in Făgăraș between 1532 and 1548.

The name Tarca is also found in historical documents from the 17th century, such as the records of the town of Brașov. Here, a merchant named Gheorghe Tarca is mentioned in a trade agreement from 1627, indicating the family's involvement in commercial activities.

During the 18th century, the Tarca surname spread beyond the borders of Transylvania, with members of the family settling in other regions of Romania. One notable figure from this period is Alexandru Tarca, a renowned scholar and writer who was born in 1754 in the town of Sibiu.

In the 19th century, the name Tarca gained further recognition through the achievements of several individuals. Vasile Tarca, born in 1828 in Făgăraș, was a prominent politician and advocate for Romanian independence. Another noteworthy figure was Ion Tarca, a military officer who participated in the Romanian War of Independence in 1877-1878 and was awarded the Order of Michael the Brave for his bravery.

As the 20th century dawned, the Tarca name continued to be represented in various fields. Alexandru Tarca Jr., born in 1897 in Brașov, was a renowned architect responsible for designing several iconic buildings in the city. Additionally, Mihai Tarca, born in 1912 in Sibiu, gained recognition as a respected author and literary critic.

Throughout its history, the surname Tarca has been associated with individuals from diverse backgrounds, including merchants, politicians, scholars, and artists, all contributing to the rich cultural tapestry of Romania.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Tarca

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

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

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