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

DeMattia, 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 DeMattia surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of DeMattia in America

DeMattia is the 47006th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The DeMattia surname appeared 452 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 DeMattia.

We can also compare 2010 data for DeMattia 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 DeMattia

The surname DeMattia originates from Italy, specifically in the southern regions of Campania and Calabria. Its roots can be traced back to the late Middle Ages, around the 13th or 14th century. The name is derived from the Italian word "mattia," which is a variant of the given name "Matteo" or "Matthew." This suggests that the name may have initially been a patronymic, meaning "son of Matteo."

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name DeMattia can be found in a document from the city of Naples, dated around 1350. This document mentions a family by the name of "de Mattia," indicating their residency in the area. Another early reference comes from the town of Cosenza in Calabria, where a church record from the late 15th century lists a man named "Gioacchino DeMattia."

The name DeMattia has also been associated with various place names throughout Italy. For example, there is a small village called "Mattia" in the province of Salerno, which may have contributed to the name's origin. Additionally, the name has been found in different spellings, such as "De Mattia," "Demattia," and "Di Mattia," reflecting regional variations and dialects.

One notable individual with the surname DeMattia was Giuseppe DeMattia, a sculptor and architect who lived in Naples during the 18th century (1696-1768). His works include several churches and palaces in the city, showcasing the Baroque style prevalent during his time.

Another prominent figure was Vincenzo DeMattia (1847-1920), an Italian painter and art teacher from Cosenza. His works were exhibited in various galleries across Italy and earned him recognition for his landscapes and still-life paintings.

In the literary world, Domenico DeMattia (1875-1942) was a poet and writer from Calabria. He authored several collections of poetry, including "Canti della Terra Natia" (Songs of the Native Land), which celebrated the beauty and traditions of his homeland.

Moving forward in time, Salvatore DeMattia (1922-2005) was an Italian-American businessman and philanthropist based in New York City. He founded a successful construction company and was known for his charitable contributions to various organizations, particularly those supporting education and healthcare.

Finally, it is worth mentioning Lina DeMattia (1958-), an Italian journalist and author who has written extensively on topics related to culture, art, and travel. Her works have been published in various Italian magazines and newspapers, showcasing her expertise in these fields.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name DeMattia

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

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

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