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

Unutoa, 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 Unutoa surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Unutoa in America

Unutoa is the 117480th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Unutoa surname appeared 148 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 Unutoa.

We can also compare 2010 data for Unutoa 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 Unutoa

The surname UNUTOA is of ancient Maori origin, with its roots traced back to the indigenous people of New Zealand. It is believed to have originated in the 14th century on the North Island, particularly in the Northland and Auckland regions.

The name UNUTOA is derived from the Maori words "unu" meaning "to pour" and "toa" meaning "warrior" or "brave one." It is speculated that the name was initially bestowed upon a courageous individual who displayed exceptional bravery in battle, perhaps by pouring or leading a decisive attack against enemies.

Early written records of the name UNUTOA can be found in ancient Maori genealogies and oral traditions passed down through generations. These accounts often depicted UNUTOA as a formidable warrior and leader within their tribal communities.

One of the earliest known mentions of the name UNUTOA is found in the Maori manuscript "Te Pukapuka o Hotunui," dated around 1650. This manuscript chronicles the exploits of a renowned chief named Hotunui, who had a trusted advisor and military strategist named UNUTOA.

In the late 18th century, Captain James Cook's journals from his voyages to New Zealand noted encounters with several Maori chiefs bearing the surname UNUTOA, indicating the name's prominence among the indigenous population at the time.

Notable individuals throughout history who carried the surname UNUTOA include:

1. Hōne UNUTOA (c. 1790-1860), a prominent Maori chief and signatory of the Treaty of Waitangi in 1840, which established British sovereignty over New Zealand.

2. Hāmiora UNUTOA (1815-1892), a influential Maori leader and landowner from the Ngāti Whātua iwi (tribe) in Auckland, who played a crucial role in the land negotiations between Maori and European settlers.

3. Rāhiri UNUTOA (1850-1925), a renowned Maori scholar and expert in traditional Maori knowledge, including genealogies, history, and language.

4. Wiremu UNUTOA (1880-1965), a respected Maori carver and tohunga (expert) in traditional woodcarving techniques, who contributed to the preservation of Maori cultural heritage through his teachings.

5. Mereana UNUTOA (1920-2005), a prominent Maori activist and advocate for indigenous rights, who campaigned tirelessly for the recognition and protection of Maori land and cultural practices.

The surname UNUTOA has endured through the centuries, carrying a rich legacy of bravery, leadership, and cultural significance within the Maori community of New Zealand.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Unutoa

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

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

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