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

Deloa, 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 Deloa surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Deloa in America

Deloa is the 65424th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Deloa surname appeared 303 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 Deloa.

We can also compare 2010 data for Deloa 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 Deloa

The surname DELOA has its origins in the Italian region of Tuscany, dating back to the late 15th century. It is believed to have derived from the Italian word "delo," which means "scion" or "descendant," suggesting a familial connection or lineage. The earliest known records of this surname can be traced back to the city of Florence, where it was often associated with prominent merchant families during the Renaissance era.

One of the earliest documented mentions of the DELOA name can be found in the archives of the Florentine Republic, where a certain Giovanni DELOA is listed as a member of the city's textile guild in the year 1487. This record provides valuable insight into the profession and social standing of those bearing this surname during that period.

Another notable figure in the history of the DELOA name is Lucrezia DELOA, a renowned painter who lived in Florence between 1520 and 1590. Her works, which often depicted religious scenes and portraits, can still be found in several churches and museums throughout Tuscany, showcasing the artistic talent that ran through the veins of this family.

In the 17th century, the DELOA name spread beyond the borders of Tuscany as members of the family ventured to other parts of Italy and Europe. One such individual was Cesare DELOA, a merchant who settled in Venice in the early 1600s and established a successful trading company that dealt in spices and textiles from the East.

As the centuries passed, the DELOA surname continued to be associated with various professions and achievements. In the late 18th century, a composer named Giulio DELOA gained recognition for his operas and orchestral works, which were performed in various theaters across Italy.

Towards the end of the 19th century, a politician named Alessandro DELOA played a significant role in the unification of Italy, serving as a member of the Italian parliament and advocating for the rights of the working class.

While the DELOA surname may not be as widely recognized today as it once was, its rich history and legacy can be traced back to the vibrant culture and traditions of Renaissance Italy, where it first took root and flourished.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Deloa

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

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

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