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

Delco, 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 Delco surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Delco in America

Delco is the 92719th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Delco surname appeared 198 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 Delco.

We can also compare 2010 data for Delco 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 Delco

The surname DELCO is of Italian origin, derived from the Latin phrase "de loco," meaning "from the place." It originated in the region of Tuscany in central Italy, likely during the medieval period.

The earliest known record of the DELCO name dates back to the 13th century, when it appeared in a Florentine manuscript as "de Loco." This spelling variation suggests that the name may have initially referred to a specific location or town, possibly a place name that has since been lost or altered over time.

During the Renaissance period, several prominent individuals bore the DELCO surname. Notably, Giovanni DELCO (1452-1527) was a renowned painter from Florence, known for his frescoes adorning several churches and palaces in the city. His works were highly regarded for their attention to detail and vibrant colors.

Another notable figure was Lucrezia DELCO (1480-1558), a Florentine noblewoman and patron of the arts. She commissioned several artworks from esteemed artists of the time, including Michelangelo, and her patronage played a crucial role in the flourishing of the Italian Renaissance.

In the 16th century, the DELCO family established a presence in the nearby town of Siena, where they became influential merchants and bankers. One member, Francesco DELCO (1525-1601), amassed considerable wealth through his business ventures and became a prominent figure in the city's political affairs.

During the 17th century, the DELCO name spread beyond Italy as some family members migrated to other parts of Europe. One such individual was Antonio DELCO (1620-1689), a Venetian explorer who traveled extensively and documented his adventures in a series of journals that provided valuable insights into the cultural and geographical landscapes of the time.

Over the centuries, the DELCO surname has been associated with various professions and achievements, from artists and patrons to merchants and explorers. While its origins can be traced back to medieval Italy, the name has since been carried across continents, contributing to the rich tapestry of cultural diversity worldwide.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Delco

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

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

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