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

Addesa, 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 Addesa surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Addesa in America

Addesa is the 113155th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Addesa surname appeared 155 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 Addesa.

We can also compare 2010 data for Addesa 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 Addesa

The surname "ADDESA" has its origins in Italy, specifically in the southern regions of Campania and Calabria. It is believed to have emerged during the medieval period, potentially as early as the 11th or 12th century.

The name is likely derived from the Italian word "addese," which means "to lead" or "to direct." This suggests that the name may have been associated with individuals who held positions of authority or leadership within their communities. Alternatively, it could also be linked to the Latin word "addictus," meaning "devoted" or "dedicated," implying a connection to individuals with a strong sense of loyalty or commitment.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname can be found in the Codex Diplomaticus Cavensis, a collection of medieval documents from the Abbey of Cava in Campania. This manuscript, dating back to the 11th century, mentions individuals with the surname "Addesa" or similar spellings, such as "Addisi" or "Addisio."

In the 13th century, a notable figure named Matteo Addesa was recorded as a prominent landowner and influential figure in the town of Salerno, Campania. His name appears in several legal documents and property records from that period.

During the Renaissance era, the surname gained further recognition with the birth of Antonio Addesa (1460-1520), a respected scholar and humanist from Naples. He was known for his contributions to the study of classical literature and his teachings at the University of Naples.

The 17th century saw the emergence of Girolamo Addesa (1615-1689), a renowned architect and engineer from Calabria. He was responsible for the design and construction of several notable churches and public buildings, including the Church of San Nicola in Tropea.

In the 19th century, Giuseppe Addesa (1825-1892) made his mark as a prominent lawyer and political figure in Calabria. He served as a member of the Italian Parliament and was actively involved in the Risorgimento movement for Italian unification.

Throughout history, the surname "ADDESA" has maintained a strong presence in southern Italy, particularly in the regions of Campania and Calabria. While the name may have evolved slightly in spelling or pronunciation over time, its roots can be traced back to the medieval era, reflecting a rich heritage and cultural significance.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Addesa

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

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

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