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

Tarp, 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 Tarp surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Tarp in America

Tarp is the 95545th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Tarp surname appeared 191 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 Tarp.

We can also compare 2010 data for Tarp 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 Tarp

The surname TARP is of English origin, with its roots traced back to the late medieval period. It is believed to have derived from the Old English word "tarp," which referred to a tarpaulin or a coarse woven material used for covering goods or shelters. The name was likely an occupational surname given to those who worked with tarpaulins or similar materials, such as sailors, traders, or tent-makers.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname TARP can be found in the Pipe Rolls of Lincolnshire from the year 1212, where a certain "Robertus Tarp" is mentioned. This suggests that the name was already in use by the early 13th century in the county of Lincolnshire, an area known for its maritime activities and trade.

The TARP surname also appeared in various other historical records throughout the centuries. For instance, in the Subsidy Rolls of Nottinghamshire from 1327, a "Willelmus Tarp" is listed. Additionally, the Hearth Tax Rolls of Yorkshire from 1673 mention a "John Tarp" residing in the town of Rotherham.

Notable individuals who bore the TARP surname include William Tarp (1534-1607), a prominent merchant and alderman in the city of Bristol. He was known for his successful trading ventures and contributions to the local community. Another individual of note was Thomas Tarp (1678-1742), a renowned clockmaker from London whose intricate timepieces were highly sought after by the nobility.

In the realm of literature, the TARP surname is associated with the writer and poet Elizabeth Tarp (1815-1892). Born in Devonshire, she gained recognition for her poetic works that celebrated the beauty of the English countryside.

Moving into the 19th century, we find the name associated with the military exploits of Captain John Tarp (1820-1879), a British Army officer who served with distinction during the Crimean War and the Indian Rebellion of 1857.

While the TARP surname is not among the most common in England, it has a rich history spanning several centuries and has been carried by individuals from various walks of life, including merchants, artisans, writers, and military personnel.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Tarp

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

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

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