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

Tuano, 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 Tuano surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Tuano in America

Tuano is the 142108th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Tuano surname appeared 117 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 Tuano.

The history of the last name Tuano

The surname TUANO originates from Italy, with its earliest known records dating back to the 16th century. It is believed to have derived from the Italian word "tuono," meaning "thunder" or "roar," suggesting a possible connection to a person's loud voice or personality.

The name was initially concentrated in the regions of Tuscany and Umbria, particularly in the areas around Florence and Perugia. Some historical records indicate that the name may have been associated with certain occupations or trades related to the production of loud noises, such as blacksmiths or cannon makers.

One of the earliest documented references to the surname TUANO can be found in the archives of the city of Siena, where a certain Girolamo TUANO is mentioned in a legal document dated 1572. Another notable figure was Vincenzo TUANO, a renowned sculptor from Florence, who lived between 1565 and 1632 and was renowned for his intricate marble carvings adorning several churches in the city.

In the 17th century, the TUANO surname started to spread beyond its initial geographical boundaries. One notable individual was Pietro TUANO, a painter from Perugia, who lived from 1611 to 1680 and was known for his vivid depictions of religious scenes.

As the centuries passed, the TUANO surname continued to be represented in various fields. In the late 18th century, a famous literary figure emerged: Carlo TUANO, a poet and playwright from Venice, who lived from 1755 to 1832 and contributed significantly to the Italian literary scene of his time.

Another remarkable individual was Maria TUANO, a renowned opera singer from Naples, who graced the stages of Europe between 1820 and 1875. Her powerful voice and captivating performances earned her widespread acclaim and recognition across the continent.

While the surname TUANO is not among the most common in Italy today, its historical roots and the contributions of its bearers have left an indelible mark on the cultural and artistic legacy of the country.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Tuano

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

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 Tuano 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.

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

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