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

Dasalla, 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 Dasalla surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Dasalla in America

Dasalla is the 50851st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Dasalla surname appeared 410 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 Dasalla.

We can also compare 2010 data for Dasalla 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 Dasalla

The surname DASALLA originated in Italy, specifically in the southern region of Campania, during the medieval period. It is derived from the Italian phrase "da salla," which translates to "from the hall" or "from the manor." This suggests that the name may have been associated with individuals who lived or worked in a manor or a noble household.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the DASALLA surname can be found in the 14th century, when a family with this name owned a small estate in the town of Salerno. Historical records indicate that in 1376, a certain Giacomo DASALLA was granted a land charter by the local ruler, solidifying the family's presence in the region.

In the 15th century, the DASALLA family expanded their influence, with several members holding prominent positions in the local government and religious institutions. Notably, Francesco DASALLA (1427-1492) served as the mayor of Salerno from 1470 to 1475, while his cousin, Antonio DASALLA (1439-1503), was a respected priest and scholar.

During the Renaissance period, the DASALLA surname gained further recognition due to the artistic achievements of Giovanni DASALLA (1512-1578), a renowned painter who specialized in religious frescoes. His works can be found in several churches throughout southern Italy, including the Basilica di Sant'Eustachio in Salerno.

As the centuries passed, members of the DASALLA family dispersed across Italy and beyond. In the 18th century, Pietro DASALLA (1701-1773) established himself as a successful merchant in Naples, while his nephew, Giulio DASALLA (1725-1802), became a respected lawyer in Rome.

Another notable figure with the DASALLA surname was Maria DASALLA (1842-1912), a pioneering educator who founded one of the first schools for girls in the city of Bari. Her efforts paved the way for greater educational opportunities for women in the region.

While the DASALLA surname may not be as widely recognized as some other Italian surnames, its long history and enduring presence across various regions of Italy attest to its significance in the country's cultural and historical landscape.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Dasalla

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

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

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