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

Corsa, 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 Corsa surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Corsa in America

Corsa is the 70645th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Corsa surname appeared 277 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 Corsa.

We can also compare 2010 data for Corsa 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 Corsa

The surname Corsa is of Italian origin, with its roots tracing back to the medieval period. It is believed to have originated in the region of Corsica, a Mediterranean island that has been under the control of various nations throughout history, including the Republic of Genoa, France, and Italy.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Corsa can be found in the 13th century, when it was used as a surname in Genoa, Italy. It is believed to have derived from the Italian word "corsa," which means "course" or "race," possibly referring to a person's occupation or involvement in horse racing or other athletic activities.

In the 14th century, the name Corsa appeared in various historical documents and records, including the Libro d'Oro della Nobiltà Genovese (Book of Gold of the Genoese Nobility), which listed noble families from the Republic of Genoa. This suggests that the name Corsa was associated with nobility and affluence during that time period.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the surname Corsa was Giovanni Corsa (1270-1345), a prominent merchant and politician from Genoa. He served as a member of the Council of Elders and played a significant role in the city's trade and political affairs.

Another notable figure was Antonio Corsa (1510-1578), a Genoese navigator and explorer who participated in several expeditions to the Americas. He is believed to have accompanied Christopher Columbus on one of his voyages and later became involved in the Spanish colonization efforts in the Caribbean.

In the 16th century, the Corsa family established themselves in Corsica, where they held influential positions and owned significant land holdings. One of the most prominent members was Giovan Battista Corsa (1551-1622), a lawyer and diplomat who served as the Governor of Corsica under the Republic of Genoa.

The surname Corsa also appeared in other parts of Italy, such as the city of Naples, where the Corsa family was known for their involvement in the clergy and religious orders. One notable figure was Cardinal Francesco Corsa (1625-1691), who served as the Archbishop of Naples and played a significant role in the Catholic Church during the 17th century.

In the 18th century, the Corsa family gained prominence in the field of literature and arts. One of the most celebrated individuals was the poet and playwright Carlo Corsa (1738-1812), whose works were widely acclaimed and influenced the literary landscape of his time.

While the surname Corsa has its roots in Italy and Corsica, it has since spread to various parts of the world, including France, Spain, and even the Americas, due to migration and intermarriage. However, the name's rich history and connections to the Italian and Corsican cultures remain an integral part of its identity.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Corsa

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

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

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