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

Tupa, 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 Tupa surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Tupa in America

Tupa is the 31412th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Tupa surname appeared 737 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 Tupa.

We can also compare 2010 data for Tupa 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 Tupa

The surname TUPA is believed to have originated in Finland, with its roots dating back to the medieval period. It is thought to be derived from the Finnish word "tupa," which means a small dwelling or a hut. This suggests that the name may have initially been associated with someone who lived in or owned a modest abode.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name TUPA can be found in the Finnish census records of the 16th century, where it appeared as a variant spelling, "Tuppa." This indicates that the name had already established itself in the region by that time.

During the 17th century, the name TUPA gained prominence in the town of Lappeenranta, located in the southeastern part of Finland. Historical documents from that era mention several individuals bearing this surname, including Matti TUPA (1612-1684), a farmer and landowner, and Liisa TUPA (1628-1701), a skilled weaver known for her intricate tapestries.

As the centuries progressed, the name TUPA spread to other parts of Finland and even beyond its borders. In the 19th century, a notable figure emerged – Juho TUPA (1817-1892), a Finnish politician and one of the founding members of the Finnish Party, which played a crucial role in the country's struggle for independence from Russia.

Another prominent individual with the surname TUPA was Kaarle TUPA (1879-1948), a Finnish writer and journalist who gained recognition for his insightful articles on social and political issues of the time. His works were widely read and influenced public discourse in Finland during the early 20th century.

Across the Atlantic, the name TUPA also found its way to North America, where it was carried by Finnish immigrants seeking new opportunities. One such individual was Antti TUPA (1892-1972), a Finnish-American farmer who settled in the state of Minnesota and became known for his innovative agricultural practices.

Throughout history, the surname TUPA has been associated with individuals from various walks of life, including farmers, artisans, politicians, and writers. While its origins can be traced back to Finland and the humble dwellings of the past, the name has transcended its modest beginnings and become a part of the rich tapestry of Finnish heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Tupa

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

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

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