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

Cocchia, 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 Cocchia surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Cocchia in America

Cocchia is the 93921st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Cocchia surname appeared 195 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 Cocchia.

We can also compare 2010 data for Cocchia 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 Cocchia

The surname Cocchia originated in Italy, specifically in the regions of Campania and Basilicata. It is believed to have derived from the Latin word "concha," meaning "shell" or "conch," suggesting a possible connection to the sea or coastal areas.

The earliest known record of the name dates back to the 13th century, when it appeared in historical documents from the city of Naples. During this period, surnames were often derived from occupations, physical traits, or locations, and it is possible that the name Cocchia was initially given to someone who worked with shells or lived near the coast.

In the 14th century, the name Cocchia was also found in the town of Vietri sul Mare, a renowned center for ceramics production in the Amalfi Coast region. This lends credence to the theory that the name may have been associated with artisans or craftsmen who worked with shells or ceramics.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the surname Cocchia was Gian Battista Cocchia (1508-1574), a Renaissance painter from Naples. He was known for his religious works, including altarpieces in various churches throughout the city.

Another notable figure was Vincenzo Cocchia (1720-1804), a Neapolitan architect and urban planner. He was responsible for the design and construction of several important buildings in Naples, including the Royal Palace and the San Carlo Theater.

In the 19th century, Giuseppe Cocchia (1828-1898) was a prominent Italian politician and jurist. He served as a member of the Italian Parliament and was also a professor of law at the University of Naples.

The name Cocchia also appears in historical records from the region of Basilicata, where variations such as Cocchia, Cocchiarella, and Cocchiarella are found. One notable individual from this area was Domenico Cocchia (1847-1923), a lawyer and politician who served as a deputy in the Italian Parliament.

Lastly, Francesco Cocchia (1898-1976) was an Italian conductor and composer from Naples. He is best known for his operas and orchestral works, which were influenced by the musical traditions of his home region.

Throughout its history, the surname Cocchia has maintained a strong presence in Southern Italy, particularly in the regions of Campania and Basilicata. While its exact origins may not be definitively known, the name's connection to shells, coastal areas, and artistic traditions has been a recurring theme in its long and storied past.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Cocchia

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

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

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