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

Trubia, 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 Trubia surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Trubia in America

Trubia is the 124548th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Trubia surname appeared 138 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 Trubia.

We can also compare 2010 data for Trubia 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 Trubia

The surname Trubia has its origins in the northwestern region of Spain, specifically in the Principality of Asturias. It is believed to have emerged during the medieval period, derived from the name of the small village of Trubia, located in the municipality of Oviedo. The village's name itself is thought to have evolved from the Latin word "tribus," which referred to a tribal settlement or community.

One of the earliest documented references to the surname Trubia can be found in the Becerro de las Behetrías de Castilla, a census-like record compiled in the 14th century during the reign of King Alfonso XI. This document listed various noble families and their holdings, including individuals bearing the Trubia surname, indicating their presence in the region at that time.

In the 15th century, historical records mention a notable figure named Juan de Trubia, who was a prominent merchant and landowner in the city of Oviedo. His influence and wealth contributed to the recognition of the Trubia name within the local aristocracy.

During the 16th century, the surname Trubia gained further prominence with the birth of Diego de Trubia (1510-1579), a renowned architect and stonemason. His work can be seen in several churches and buildings throughout Asturias, including the magnificent Gothic-style tower of the Basilica of San Salvador in Oviedo.

Another notable individual with the Trubia surname was Alonso de Trubia (1632-1698), a Benedictine monk and scholar who authored several treatises on theology and philosophy. His contributions to the intellectual circles of his time helped to further establish the Trubia name among the educated elite.

In the 18th century, the Trubia surname was associated with the Royal Firearms Factory of Trubia, a significant industrial complex established in the village of Trubia. This factory played a crucial role in the production of weapons and ammunition for the Spanish military, and its presence further solidified the connection between the surname and the region.

Throughout the centuries, the Trubia surname has been carried by various individuals who have left their mark in various fields, such as art, literature, politics, and industry. While the name may have evolved in spelling or pronunciation over time, its roots remain firmly grounded in the rich history and traditions of the Principality of Asturias.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Trubia

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

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

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