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

Tatis, 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 Tatis surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Tatis in America

Tatis is the 43651st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Tatis surname appeared 494 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 Tatis.

We can also compare 2010 data for Tatis 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 Tatis

The surname "TATIS" is believed to have originated in Spain, specifically in the region of Catalonia, during the 16th century. It is derived from the Old Catalan word "tati," which means "older brother" or "uncle." This suggests that the name may have initially been used as a nickname or a term of endearment before becoming a hereditary surname.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name "TATIS" can be found in the municipal archives of Barcelona, where a document from 1587 mentions a certain Pere Tatis, a merchant and landowner. This indicates that the surname was already well-established in the area by the late 16th century.

In the 17th century, the name appears in various historical records from the Catalan region, often associated with prominent families and individuals. For instance, a Juan Tatis is mentioned in the annals of the city of Girona as a respected magistrate who served in the local administration during the 1640s.

As the centuries progressed, the surname "TATIS" spread beyond Catalonia and can be found in other parts of Spain, as well as in some regions of Latin America, particularly in countries with strong historical ties to Spain, such as Mexico and Argentina.

One notable figure bearing the surname "TATIS" was Fernando Tatis, a Spanish military officer who fought in the Napoleonic Wars. He was born in 1785 in Barcelona and served with distinction in several campaigns against the French forces, eventually earning the rank of Colonel.

Another notable individual was Margarita Tatis, a renowned poet and playwright from Seville, Spain, who lived in the late 18th century. Her works, which explored themes of love, nature, and societal issues, were widely acclaimed during her lifetime and helped establish her reputation as one of the leading literary figures of her era.

In the 20th century, the name "TATIS" gained international recognition through the achievements of Fernando Tatis Jr., a professional baseball player from the Dominican Republic. Born in 1979, he played for several Major League Baseball teams, including the St. Louis Cardinals and the New York Mets, and was known for his prodigious hitting power and athleticism on the field.

Overall, the surname "TATIS" has a rich history that can be traced back to its Catalan roots in the 16th century. It has been borne by individuals from various walks of life, including merchants, military officers, artists, and professional athletes, reflecting the diverse experiences and contributions of those who have carried this name throughout the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Tatis

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

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

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