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

DePetrillo, 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 DePetrillo surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of DePetrillo in America

DePetrillo is the 97671st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The DePetrillo surname appeared 186 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 DePetrillo.

We can also compare 2010 data for DePetrillo 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 DePetrillo

The surname DEPETRILLO originated in Italy during the medieval period. It is believed to have derived from the Italian phrase "de Petri", which translates to "of Peter" or "son of Peter". The suffix "-illo" was added, indicating a diminutive or affectionate form, suggesting the name may have initially referred to a small or young person named Peter.

The earliest recorded instances of the name can be traced back to the 13th century in the regions of Campania and Calabria, particularly in the areas around Naples and Reggio Calabria. These regions were known for their vibrant communities of artisans, merchants, and tradespeople, which may have contributed to the widespread adoption of the name.

In the 14th century, a notable reference to the name DEPETRILLO appears in the Catasto Onciario, an ancient tax record from the Kingdom of Naples. This document lists several individuals with the surname, indicating the family's presence in the region during that time period.

One of the earliest known individuals with the surname DEPETRILLO was Giovanni DEPETRILLO, a skilled craftsman who lived in Naples in the late 15th century. His work in creating intricate woodcarvings for churches and noble households earned him recognition among his contemporaries.

During the Renaissance period, the DEPETRILLO family produced several notable figures, including Antonio DEPETRILLO (1520-1592), a renowned painter and fresco artist who worked in various churches and palaces throughout southern Italy.

In the 17th century, Giacomo DEPETRILLO (1635-1707) was a respected jurist and legal scholar from Reggio Calabria. His writings on civil law and judicial proceedings were widely studied and influential during his time.

The 19th century saw the emergence of Vincenzo DEPETRILLO (1810-1892), a skilled architect and engineer who contributed to the design and construction of several notable buildings in Naples, including the Teatro Mercadante and the Palazzo Reale di Napoli.

As the DEPETRILLO family spread throughout Italy and beyond, the name underwent various spelling variations, such as DEPETRILLI, DEPETRILLO, and DEPETRILLIS, reflecting regional dialects and personal preferences.

Through the centuries, the surname DEPETRILLO has been carried by individuals from diverse backgrounds, including artists, scholars, professionals, and tradespeople, reflecting the rich cultural heritage and diversity of Italy.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name DePetrillo

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

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

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