Explore the Family Name Tuff
The meaning of Tuff
English (mainly Kent): probably a post-medieval form of Tough.
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Tuff in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Tuff experienced a small increase in popularity between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, it ranked as the 30,383rd most common surname, but by 2010 it had climbed to the 30,043rd spot, marking a modest 1.12% increase. The count of individuals with this surname also rose during this period, from 726 to 781, signifying a 7.58% growth. However, when taking into account population growth, the proportion of people named Tuff per every 100,000 U.S citizens slightly dipped by 3.7%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #30,383 | #30,043 | 1.12% |
| Count | 726 | 781 | 7.58% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.27 | 0.26 | -3.7% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Tuff
The ethnic identity associated with the surname Tuff showed some noticeable shifts between 2000 and 2010 according to the Decennial U.S. Census. While there was no representation in the Asian/Pacific Islander or American Indian and Alaskan Native categories for both years, the percentage of those identifying as Hispanic increased significantly, rocketing up by 190.91%. The largest group remained those identifying as Black, which saw a rise from 51.79% to 55.19%. Meanwhile, the proportion of White individuals and those claiming two or more races dropped by 10.69% and 17.47% respectively.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 51.79% | 55.19% | 6.56% |
| White | 42.29% | 37.77% | -10.69% |
| Hispanic | 1.1% | 3.2% | 190.91% |
| Two or More Races | 3.72% | 3.07% | -17.47% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |