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

Caso, 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 Caso surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Caso in America

Caso is the 17951st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Caso surname appeared 1,557 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 1 people would have the surname Caso.

We can also compare 2010 data for Caso 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 Caso

The surname Caso originated in Italy, with roots tracing back to the Middle Ages. It is believed to have derived from the Italian word "casa," meaning "house" or "home." This suggests that the name may have been initially associated with an occupation or a distinguishing feature related to a particular dwelling.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Caso surname can be found in the historic records of the city of Naples, dating back to the 13th century. During this period, the name appeared in various documents and manuscripts, often referring to prominent families or individuals residing in the region.

In the 14th century, the Caso name gained further recognition when it was mentioned in the historical archives of the city of Salerno, located in the Campania region of southern Italy. These records indicate that members of the Caso family held influential positions within the local community.

The surname Caso has also been associated with several notable figures throughout history. One such individual was Girolamo Caso (1536-1618), a renowned Italian philosopher and scholar who made significant contributions to the field of ethics and moral philosophy. His works, including "De Principiis Rerum" and "De Natura Humana," were widely studied and discussed during the Renaissance period.

Another prominent figure bearing the Caso surname was Antonio Caso (1573-1646), an Italian architect and engineer who was instrumental in the design and construction of several churches and public buildings in Naples and its surrounding areas. His most notable works include the Church of San Gregorio Armeno and the Palazzo Reale di Napoli.

In the 19th century, the Caso name gained further prominence with the birth of Giuseppe Caso (1818-1893), an Italian politician and statesman who served as the Prime Minister of Italy from 1887 to 1891. His tenure was marked by significant reforms and initiatives aimed at strengthening the nation's economic and social development.

Another notable individual with the Caso surname was Renata Caso (1924-2009), an Italian actress and film director who gained acclaim for her performances in several critically acclaimed movies, including "Bitter Rice" (1949) and "The Lovemakers" (1953). Her contributions to Italian cinema earned her numerous awards and recognition throughout her career.

While the Caso surname has its roots in Italy, it has since spread to other parts of the world due to migration and intermarriage. However, the historical significance and rich heritage of this name remain deeply rooted in the cultural and linguistic traditions of the Italian peninsula.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Caso

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

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

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