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

Tuitasi, 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 Tuitasi surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Tuitasi in America

Tuitasi is the 123064th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Tuitasi surname appeared 140 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 Tuitasi.

We can also compare 2010 data for Tuitasi 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 Tuitasi

The surname TUITASI is of Samoan origin, believed to have emerged in the late 18th or early 19th century. It is derived from the combination of two words in the Samoan language: "tui," meaning "king" or "chief," and "tasi," meaning "one" or "singular." This suggests that the name may have been bestowed upon an individual of high rank or noble lineage in Samoan society.

The earliest documented instances of the TUITASI surname appear in historical records from the Samoan archipelago, particularly on the islands of Upolu and Savai'i. These records include land ownership documents, genealogical records, and oral histories passed down through generations.

One notable figure bearing the TUITASI surname was Tuitasi Malietoa, a high chief and influential leader in Samoan politics during the late 19th century. He played a pivotal role in the negotiations between Samoa and colonial powers, seeking to preserve Samoan autonomy and traditions.

Another prominent individual was Tuitasi Tuiasau, a respected orator and cultural expert who lived in the early 20th century. He was renowned for his extensive knowledge of Samoan customs, legends, and genealogies, and played a crucial role in preserving and passing down this heritage.

In the realm of sports, Tuitasi Fa'amasino was a renowned rugby player who represented Samoa in international competitions during the 1980s and 1990s. His athleticism and leadership on the field earned him recognition and respect both in Samoa and abroad.

The TUITASI surname has also been associated with certain place names in Samoa, such as Tuitasi Village on the island of Upolu. This village was historically significant as a center of traditional Samoan culture and governance.

While the TUITASI surname is relatively uncommon outside of Samoa, it has occasionally appeared in other parts of the world, potentially carried by Samoan migrants or descendants. However, the name's roots and historical significance are deeply embedded in Samoan culture and history.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Tuitasi

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

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

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