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

Tule, 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 Tule surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Tule in America

Tule is the 52482nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Tule surname appeared 395 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 Tule.

We can also compare 2010 data for Tule 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 Tule

The surname "Tule" has its origins in Norway, tracing back to the 17th century. It is believed to have derived from an Old Norse word, "tölur," which means "numbers" or "calculations." This suggests that the name may have been associated with individuals involved in accounting or mathematical professions.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname "Tule" can be found in the parish records of Trondheim, Norway, dating back to the late 1600s. During this period, the name was often spelled as "Töle" or "Tölle," reflecting the regional variations in pronunciation and spelling.

In the 18th century, the name began to spread beyond Norway's borders. Historical records indicate that a family bearing the surname "Tule" migrated to Sweden and settled in the region of Värmland, where they established a prominent lineage.

One notable figure in the history of the "Tule" surname was Hans Tule (1732-1808), a Norwegian merchant and ship owner who played a significant role in the maritime trade between Norway and the Netherlands. His business ventures contributed to the economic prosperity of his hometown, Bergen.

Another individual of note was Ingrid Tule (1846-1923), a Norwegian educator and women's rights advocate. She founded one of the first schools for girls in Kristiansand and dedicated her life to promoting equal educational opportunities for women.

In the late 19th century, the name "Tule" also found its way to the United States, likely through Norwegian immigration. One of the earliest recorded instances was that of Erik Tule (1867-1942), a farmer who settled in Minnesota and played a role in the state's agricultural development.

Interestingly, the surname "Tule" shares similarities with the place name "Tule Lake," which is located in California and derived from the Spanish word "tule," referring to a type of bulrush plant. However, there is no direct connection between the surname and this place name.

Over the centuries, the surname "Tule" has been carried by individuals from various walks of life, including academics, artists, and public figures, further enriching its historical significance and cultural diversity.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Tule

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

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

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