Mputu (literally "Europe" in Kikongo) is a surname of Congolese origin. Notable people with the surname include: Fidèle Nsielele Zi Mputu (born 1950), Congolese theologian and catholic priest Liz Mputu, Congolese-American artist Trésor Mputu (born 1985), Congolese footballer Véro Tshanda Beya Mputu, Congolese actress