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

Vulaj, 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 Vulaj surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Vulaj in America

Vulaj is the 73666th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Vulaj surname appeared 263 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 Vulaj.

We can also compare 2010 data for Vulaj 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 Vulaj

The surname Vulaj originates from Albania, where it first appeared in historical records during the 15th century. It is believed to be derived from the Albanian word "vulë," meaning "seal" or "stamp," suggesting that the family's ancestors may have been involved in official record-keeping or document authentication.

One of the earliest documented instances of the Vulaj surname can be found in the Codex Purpureus Beratinus, a 15th-century manuscript containing legal codes and regulations from the city of Berat. This manuscript mentions a certain Gjergj Vulaj, who served as a scribe or notary in the local court system.

In the 16th century, the Vulaj family gained prominence in the region of Myzeqe, located in central Albania. Historical records from this period mention several members of the Vulaj clan, including Marash Vulaj, a landowner and influential figure in the town of Roskovec.

During the 17th century, the Vulaj surname spread across other parts of Albania, and several notable individuals bearing this name emerged. One such person was Ndër Vulaj (1620-1689), a respected scholar and translator who played a significant role in preserving and promoting Albanian literature and culture.

Another prominent figure from this era was Zana Vulaj (1650-1712), a renowned poet and writer whose works were celebrated for their lyrical beauty and insight into Albanian traditions. Her poetry collection, "Këngët e Malit" (Songs of the Mountain), remains an important part of the country's literary heritage.

In the 18th century, the Vulaj family continued to play an active role in Albanian society. Petër Vulaj (1725-1798) was a prominent merchant and philanthropist who funded the construction of several schools and churches in his hometown of Elbasan.

As the centuries progressed, the Vulaj surname spread beyond Albania's borders, with members of the family settling in various parts of Europe and beyond. However, the name remains deeply rooted in Albanian culture and history, serving as a testament to the country's rich heritage and the enduring legacy of its people.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Vulaj

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

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

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