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

DiCaprio, 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 DiCaprio surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of DiCaprio in America

DiCaprio is the 45412th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The DiCaprio surname appeared 471 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 DiCaprio.

We can also compare 2010 data for DiCaprio 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 DiCaprio

The surname DECAPRIO originated in Italy, specifically in the region of Campania around the city of Naples. Its origins can be traced back to the 16th century. The name is derived from the Italian words "di" meaning "from" and "Capri," referring to the picturesque island located in the Gulf of Naples.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the DECAPRIO surname appears in a tax registry from the year 1589, where a certain Giovanni DECAPRIO was listed as a resident of the town of Anacapri on the island of Capri. This suggests that the family may have been among the original inhabitants of the island or had ancestral ties to it.

In the 17th century, the DECAPRIO name can be found in several church records and legal documents from the nearby town of Sorrento. This indicates that members of the family had likely migrated to the mainland during this period, possibly due to economic or social reasons.

One notable bearer of the DECAPRIO name was Antonio DECAPRIO, born in 1712 in Sorrento. He was a renowned painter and sculptor, known for his intricate woodcarvings that adorned many churches and noble residences in the region.

Another prominent figure was Giuseppe DECAPRIO (1789-1862), a lawyer and political activist who played a significant role in the Italian unification movement under Giuseppe Garibaldi. He was imprisoned for his revolutionary activities but later pardoned and became a respected figure in the newly unified Kingdom of Italy.

In the late 19th century, the DECAPRIO surname gained recognition with the birth of Raffaele DECAPRIO (1876-1954), a celebrated tenor opera singer who performed in major opera houses across Europe and the United States. His powerful voice and dramatic stage presence earned him critical acclaim and a lasting legacy in the world of opera.

The 20th century saw the emergence of Antonio DECAPRIO (1914-1997), a renowned chef and restaurateur who introduced authentic Neapolitan cuisine to the United States. He opened several successful restaurants in New York City, helping to popularize dishes like Margherita pizza and spaghetti alle vongole among American diners.

While the DECAPRIO surname has its roots in Italy, it has since spread to various parts of the world due to migration and cultural exchange. However, its origins remain firmly rooted in the rich history and traditions of the Campania region, particularly the island of Capri, which lent its name to this enduring family lineage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name DiCaprio

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

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

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