How common is the Suma surname?

There are approximately 3,000 people with the surname Suma in the United States.

Are there Suma soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 5 soldiers with the Suma surname appear in Civil War records.

Suma

Q: What does the surname Suma mean?

The surname Suma means "In Japanese, possibly derived from characters meaning corner or angle; in Spanish, meaning sum or total.". It is of Japanese/Spanish origin.

Other

Meaning

In Japanese, possibly derived from characters meaning corner or angle; in Spanish, meaning sum or total.

Etymology

From Japanese 'sumi' (corner) or Spanish 'suma' (sum). The surname may have different origins depending on cultural context.

About the Suma Surname

Suma is a surname found in both Japanese and Spanish contexts with potentially different etymologies. The name remains relatively uncommon in most regions.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 3,000 bearers in the United States #2,235 most common surname

Rare Common

Found in Japan and Spanish-speaking countries, with limited presence in other regions.

Suma Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Suma Surname

Yakichiro Suma

Quick Facts

Origin: Japanese/Spanish
Classification: Other
Earliest Record: Unknown
Estimated Bearers: 3,000

War Records

5 soldiers with the Suma surname found in Civil War records.

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