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

Tuchez, 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 Tuchez surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Tuchez in America

Tuchez is the 160975th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Tuchez surname appeared 100 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 Tuchez.

The history of the last name Tuchez

The surname Tuchez is believed to have originated in France, specifically in the region of Normandy, during the Middle Ages. It is likely derived from the Old French word "toucher," meaning "to touch" or "to strike," which suggests that the name may have been given to someone who performed a specific occupation or trade involving some form of striking or touching.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname Tuchez can be found in the historic Domesday Book, a census commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086. This document provides valuable insights into the distribution and prevalence of surnames in medieval England, including potential references to individuals bearing the name Tuchez or similar variations.

In the 12th century, a notable individual named Raoul Tuchez was mentioned in several historical records as a respected knight who participated in the Third Crusade. His exploits and bravery during this military campaign earned him recognition and likely contributed to the spread and recognition of the Tuchez surname.

During the 14th century, a prominent figure named Jacques Tuchez was a renowned scholar and philosopher at the University of Paris. His works and teachings influenced many intellectuals of his time and solidified the name's association with academia and intellectual pursuits.

In the 16th century, a wealthy merchant named Pierre Tuchez made significant contributions to the economic development of the city of Lyon. His successful trading ventures and philanthropic efforts left a lasting impact on the local community and further spread the name's recognition.

Another noteworthy individual bearing the Tuchez surname was Marie-Antoinette Tuchez, a French noblewoman who lived during the 17th century. She was known for her involvement in various social and cultural circles and her patronage of the arts, which helped preserve the name's association with refinement and sophistication.

The surname Tuchez has also been associated with various locations and place names throughout its history. For example, the village of Tucheville in Normandy is believed to have derived its name from the Tuchez family, who may have been prominent landowners or settlers in the area during the Middle Ages.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Tuchez

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

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

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