Explore the Family Name Del Tufo
The meaning of Del Tufo
Italian: topographic name from tufo ‘tuff’ (a porous rock formed from volcanic ash) or ‘tufa’ (a porous rock formed by precipitation of calcium carbonate from water, for example near mineral springs). Some characteristic forenames: Italian Mario, Sal.
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How common is the last name Del Tufo in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Del Tufo had a slight decrease in popularity during the decade from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, it was ranked 73,931st most common, while in 2010 it slipped to 74,608th. However, the total count of individuals with the Del Tufo surname increased by 6.15 percent during this period, going from 244 in 2000 to 259 in 2010. The proportion per 100,000 people remained stable at 0.09.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #73,931 | #74,608 | -0.92% |
| Count | 244 | 259 | 6.15% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.09 | 0.09 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Del Tufo
The ethnic identity of individuals with the Del Tufo surname predominantly falls under the "White" category, according to the Decennial U.S. Census. In 2000, approximately 96.31 percent identified as White, which slightly decreased to 95.75 percent in 2010. There were no recorded individuals identifying as Hispanic, Black or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either year. Notably, there was a small percentage (2.05 percent) who identified as Asian/Pacific Islander in 2000, but this dropped to zero by 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 96.31% | 95.75% | -0.58% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 2.05% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |