Tati
A surname believed to be of Hindi origin referring to someone of higher social status or rank.
According to the 2010 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 103 Americans carry the last name Tati. That puts it at #158,432 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.03 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 3,327,712 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Tati surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
103
1 in 3,327,712
Census rank
#158,432
2010 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.0
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
102
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 102 bearers of the surname Tati in its 2010 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.03 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 158432nd position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Tati, the largest self-reported group is Asian/Pacific Islander at 35.3%. The next largest groups are Black (27.4%) and White (23.5%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Tati
The surname TATI originated in Italy during the medieval period, primarily in the regions of Tuscany and Emilia-Romagna. It is believed to be derived from the Italian word "tata," which means "nanny" or "governess." This suggests that the name may have initially been given as a nickname to someone who worked as a nanny or caregiver for children.
One of the earliest known references to the name TATI can be found in the historical records of the city of Florence, dating back to the 13th century. In these records, a certain Guglielmo Tati is mentioned as a prominent merchant and landowner in the area.
In the 14th century, the TATI name appeared in several legal documents and property records in the town of Bologna, indicating that the family had established itself as a respected lineage in the region.
During the Renaissance period, the TATI name gained further prominence with the birth of the renowned artist and architect, Jacopo Tati, who lived from 1452 to 1517. Jacopo Tati is credited with designing several notable churches and palaces in Bologna, including the Church of San Petronio and the Palazzo Tati, which still stands today.
Another notable figure with the TATI surname was Girolamo Tati, an Italian philosopher and theologian who lived from 1492 to 1567. Girolamo Tati was a prominent figure in the Catholic Church and served as a professor at the University of Bologna.
In the 17th century, the TATI name can be found in the historical records of the city of Siena, where a family of artists and artisans bearing the surname was active. One of the most notable members of this family was the sculptor and woodcarver, Francesco Tati, who was born in 1620 and is known for his intricate and highly detailed works.
During the 18th century, the TATI name appeared in the annals of the Venetian Republic, where a prominent family of merchants and bankers bearing the surname played a significant role in the city's economic and political affairs.
Throughout the centuries, the TATI surname has also been associated with various place names and older spellings, such as Tatti, Tatii, and Tatini, which were commonly used in different regions of Italy.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Tati
Among Census respondents with the surname Tati, the largest self-reported group is Asian/Pacific Islander at 35.3%. The next largest groups are Black (27.4%) and White (23.5%).
The bar chart below shows how Tati bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2010 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Tati surname at the time of the 2010 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- Asian and Pacific Islander35.3%
- Black or African American27.4%
- White23.5%
- Hispanic or Latino12.8%
Year on year
2010 vs 2010 Census
How has the Tati surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
| Metric | 2010 | 2010 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #158,432 | #158,432 | 0.0% |
| Count | 102 | 102 | 0.0% |
| Per 100K | 0.03 | 0.03 | 0.0% |
Between the 2010 and 2010 Census, the number of Tati bearers went from 102 to 102 (+0.0% change). The surname held its position in the national ranking, going from #158,432 to #158,432.
Notable bearers
Famous people with the surname Tati
FAQ
Tati surname: questions and answers
How common is the last name Tati?
The surname Tati holds position #158,432 in the US Census Bureau's surname ranking, with an estimated 103 living bearers. It occurs at a rate of 0.03 per 100,000 Americans.
What is the ethnic background of the Tati surname?
Among Census respondents with the surname Tati, the largest self-reported group is Asian/Pacific Islander at 35.3%. The next largest groups are Black (27.4%) and White (23.5%). These figures come from the 2010 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Where does this surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These tables list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2010 Census, along with a frequency rate and self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.