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

Tuia, 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 Tuia surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Tuia in America

Tuia is the 86645th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Tuia surname appeared 215 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 Tuia.

We can also compare 2010 data for Tuia 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 Tuia

The surname TUIA has its origins in Italy, specifically in the southern region of Calabria. It is believed to have emerged during the late medieval period, around the 13th or 14th century. The name is derived from the Italian word "tuia," which refers to a type of evergreen tree commonly found in the Mediterranean region.

In the early records of the region, the name TUIA was often associated with individuals who resided near or worked with these evergreen trees, which were valued for their aromatic properties and use in various industries. The earliest known record of the name dates back to 1327, when a certain Nicolo TUIA was mentioned in a land deed from the town of Reggio Calabria.

During the Renaissance period, the TUIA family gained prominence in the nearby city of Catanzaro. Records from the 16th century indicate that several members of the family held positions of influence within the local government and church. One notable figure was Girolamo TUIA (1487-1563), a renowned scholar and theologian who authored several works on religious philosophy.

As the TUIA family expanded and migrated to other parts of Italy, variations in the spelling of the name emerged, including TUYA, TUJA, and TUJO. In the 17th century, a branch of the family settled in the northern city of Milan, where they became successful merchants and traders. One of the most prominent members of this branch was Gian Battista TUIA (1612-1679), a wealthy businessman who played a significant role in the city's economic affairs.

The name TUIA also found its way into the annals of Italian literature. In the 18th century, Francesco TUIA (1725-1799), a poet and playwright from Naples, gained recognition for his works that celebrated the beauty of the Italian countryside and the virtues of rural life.

Another notable figure was Lucrezia TUIA (1846-1923), a pioneering educator from Sicily who established several schools for underprivileged children and advocated for women's education at a time when it was still largely unconventional.

As the TUIA family continued to grow and disperse throughout Italy and beyond, their name became associated with various professions and achievements. From academics and artists to entrepreneurs and public servants, the surname TUIA has left an indelible mark on the cultural and historical tapestry of Italy.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Tuia

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

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

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