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

Collova, 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 Collova surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Collova in America

Collova is the 91625th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Collova surname appeared 201 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 Collova.

We can also compare 2010 data for Collova 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 Collova

The surname Collova has its origins in Italy, dating back to the medieval period. It is believed to have originated from the Latin word "collatus," which means "joined together" or "united." This suggests that the name may have been associated with families or communities that were united or closely knit.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Collova can be found in the Codice Diplomatico Longobardo, a collection of diplomatic documents from the Lombard Kingdom in Italy, dating back to the 8th century. While specific individuals are not mentioned, the name appears in reference to land ownership and property transactions.

In the 12th century, the name Collova emerged in the town of Collovalenza, located in the province of Terni, Umbria region of Italy. This place name is believed to have been derived from the Latin phrase "collis valentia," meaning "valiant hill" or "strong hill," potentially indicating a connection between the surname and a geographic location known for its strategic or defensive position.

The earliest known individual with the surname Collova was Giacomo Collova, a merchant and landowner from the city of Siena, who lived in the late 13th century. Records from the Siena State Archives mention his involvement in trade and land transactions during that period.

Another notable figure was Pietro Collova, a renowned Italian architect and sculptor from the 15th century. He was responsible for designing and constructing several churches and public buildings in the cities of Florence and Pisa, including the Church of Santa Maria Novella in Florence, which is considered one of his most significant works.

During the Renaissance period, the Collova family gained prominence in the city of Venice. Marcantonio Collova, born in 1520, was a respected scholar and philosopher who authored several treatises on metaphysics and the natural sciences. His works were widely read and influential during his time.

In the 17th century, Giuseppe Collova, born in 1638, was a celebrated painter from the Baroque period. He was known for his religious paintings and frescoes adorning various churches and monasteries throughout Italy, particularly in the regions of Tuscany and Lazio.

Throughout history, the surname Collova has been associated with various professions, ranging from artists and scholars to merchants and landowners. While the name may have originated from a specific geographic location or community, it has since spread across Italy and beyond, reflecting the diverse backgrounds and achievements of those who carry this surname.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Collova

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

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

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