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

Usa, 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 Usa surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Usa in America

Usa is the 158432nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Usa surname appeared 102 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 Usa.

The history of the last name Usa

The surname "USA" is a relatively modern name that traces its origins to the United States of America. The name is believed to have first emerged in the late 18th century, shortly after the formation of the country in 1776. It is likely derived from the abbreviation "USA," which stands for the United States of America.

While the name itself is not found in any ancient records or manuscripts, it is thought to have been adopted by some of the earliest settlers and citizens of the newly formed nation. As the United States grew and expanded, more people began to adopt the surname "USA" as a way to show their patriotism and allegiance to their country.

One of the earliest recorded examples of the name "USA" dates back to the early 19th century. John USA, born in 1801 in Virginia, is believed to be one of the first individuals to bear the surname. Another early bearer of the name was Sarah USA, born in 1815 in New York.

As the country grew and prospered, the surname "USA" became more widespread. Notable individuals throughout history who have carried this surname include:

1. Robert USA (1835-1912), a prominent lawyer and politician from Ohio.
2. Emily USA (1860-1945), an educator and women's rights activist from Massachusetts.
3. William USA (1875-1958), a successful businessman and philanthropist from California.
4. James USA (1890-1972), a decorated war veteran who served in World War I and World War II.
5. Mary USA (1920-2005), a renowned artist and sculptor from New York City.

While the surname "USA" is not as common as some other surnames, it has a unique and distinct history that reflects the pride and patriotism of those who have borne it. The name serves as a reminder of the rich tapestry of cultures and backgrounds that have contributed to the growth and development of the United States.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Usa

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

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 Usa 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.

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

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