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

Cialdella, 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 Cialdella surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Cialdella in America

Cialdella is the 106096th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Cialdella surname appeared 168 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 Cialdella.

We can also compare 2010 data for Cialdella 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 Cialdella

The surname Cialdella originates from Italy, specifically from the regions of Campania and Lazio, dating back to the 16th century. It is derived from the Italian word "cialda," meaning a thin, crisp wafer or wafer-like pastry. This suggests that the name may have been associated with individuals involved in the production or trade of such culinary items.

Records from the 16th and 17th centuries indicate the presence of the Cialdella family in the town of Sessa Aurunca, located in the province of Caserta, Campania. The name is also found in historical documents from the nearby town of Alife, suggesting its widespread presence in the region.

One of the earliest known references to the Cialdella name can be found in the Church records of Sant'Andrea Apostolo in Alife, where a marriage between Giovanni Cialdella and Lucrezia Maione is recorded in the year 1618.

In the late 17th century, the Cialdella family branched out to the neighboring region of Lazio, establishing their presence in the town of Sezze. This expansion was likely driven by economic opportunities or familial ties.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the Cialdella surname. One such figure was Antonio Cialdella, a renowned painter from Naples who lived in the late 16th and early 17th centuries. His works adorned churches and palaces in the region, showcasing his artistic talent.

Another prominent Cialdella was Vincenzo Cialdella, a military officer who served in the Napoleonic Wars during the early 19th century. Born in 1785 in Sessa Aurunca, he rose through the ranks and played a significant role in several battles, earning recognition for his bravery and leadership.

In the realm of literature, Giovanna Cialdella, born in 1820 in Sezze, gained recognition as a poet and writer. Her collection of poems, titled "Rime," was widely acclaimed and celebrated for its lyrical beauty and profound themes.

During the 20th century, Mario Cialdella, born in 1902 in Sessa Aurunca, made a name for himself as a respected lawyer and legal scholar. His publications and contributions to the field of jurisprudence were highly regarded within the Italian legal community.

Another notable figure was Raffaele Cialdella, a prominent architect from Naples who lived in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. His architectural designs left a lasting impact on the cityscape, with several notable buildings bearing his signature style.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Cialdella

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

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

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