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

Dellavedova, 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 Dellavedova surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Dellavedova in America

Dellavedova is the 148347th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Dellavedova surname appeared 111 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 Dellavedova.

We can also compare 2010 data for Dellavedova 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 Dellavedova

The surname Dellavedova has its origins in Italy, specifically in the northern regions of Lombardy and Veneto. It is believed to have emerged sometime around the 13th or 14th century, during the height of the Renaissance period in Italy.

The name Dellavedova is derived from the Italian phrase "della vedova," which translates to "of the widow." This suggests that the name may have been initially bestowed upon an individual who was closely associated with a widow, perhaps as a relative, servant, or neighbor. It is not uncommon for surnames to originate from such descriptive terms or occupational roles.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname Dellavedova can be found in the archives of the city of Venice, dating back to the late 15th century. A document from 1492 mentions a certain Giovanni Dellavedova, a merchant and trader in the city's bustling markets.

In the 16th century, the name appears in several manuscripts and records from the town of Bergamo, located in the Lombardy region. One notable figure from this era was Girolamo Dellavedova, a skilled artisan and sculptor who crafted intricate works for churches and noble families in the area. He lived from approximately 1525 to 1598.

As the centuries progressed, the Dellavedova family spread across various parts of northern Italy, with some members even venturing further afield. In the late 18th century, a branch of the family settled in the city of Genoa, where they established themselves as respected merchants and traders.

One of the most prominent individuals with the Dellavedova surname was Antonio Dellavedova, a renowned painter who lived from 1712 to 1778. He was celebrated for his vibrant and detailed works, many of which adorned the walls of churches and palaces throughout Italy.

Another notable figure was Giulia Dellavedova, a pioneer in the field of education who lived from 1835 to 1912. She founded several schools for underprivileged children in the city of Milan, and her innovative teaching methods were widely praised and adopted across the region.

In the 20th century, the Dellavedova name gained further recognition with the exploits of Giuseppe Dellavedova, a celebrated mountaineer and explorer who made numerous daring ascents in the Alps and Dolomites. He lived from 1901 to 1978.

While the surname Dellavedova may have originated from humble beginnings, it has since become a part of Italy's rich tapestry of family histories, with individuals bearing this name leaving their mark across various fields and professions throughout the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Dellavedova

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

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

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