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

Tsuha, 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 Tsuha surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Tsuha in America

Tsuha is the 118185th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Tsuha surname appeared 147 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 Tsuha.

We can also compare 2010 data for Tsuha 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 Tsuha

The surname TSUHA is of Japanese origin and dates back to the late 11th century. It is believed to have originated in the Kanto region of central Japan, particularly in the area around modern-day Tokyo. The name is derived from the Japanese word "tsuha," which means "twin leaves" or "twin blades," suggesting a connection to nature or perhaps a reference to a family crest or symbol.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the TSUHA name can be found in the Azuma Kagami, a historical chronicle from the late 12th century. This ancient text documents the life and accomplishments of a samurai warrior named Tsuha Nobumitsu, who served under the Kamakura Shogunate during the Genpei War.

During the Muromachi period (1336-1573), the TSUHA family established themselves as prominent landowners and administrators in the Kanto region. Historical records from this era mention a TSUHA Masanori, who served as a local governor in the province of Musashi (present-day Tokyo and Saitama prefectures) in the late 15th century.

In the Edo period (1603-1868), the TSUHA name gained further prominence with the rise of Tsuha Takayoshi, a respected scholar and poet who served as a court advisor to the Tokugawa Shogunate. His literary works and contributions to the development of Japanese poetry are well-documented in various historical texts from the 17th century.

Another notable figure was Tsuha Masatomo (1790-1867), a skilled swordsmith who lived during the late Edo period. His katanas and other bladed weapons were highly sought after by samurai and nobility, and his techniques are still studied and revered by modern-day sword makers.

In the modern era, one of the most famous individuals with the TSUHA surname was Tsuha Kenichi (1917-2003), a renowned architect who played a significant role in the reconstruction efforts following World War II. His designs, which blended traditional Japanese elements with modern aesthetics, can be seen in several iconic buildings and structures throughout Japan.

While the TSUHA name has its roots in Japan, over the centuries, it has spread to other parts of the world through migration and cultural exchange. However, its rich history and deep connections to Japanese culture and traditions remain an integral part of its identity.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Tsuha

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

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

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