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

DeValle, 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 DeValle surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of DeValle in America

DeValle is the 56710th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The DeValle surname appeared 360 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 DeValle.

We can also compare 2010 data for DeValle 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 DeValle

The surname DEVALLE originated in Italy during the medieval period. It is believed to have derived from the Italian phrase "della valle," which translates to "of the valley." This suggests that the name may have been given to someone who resided in a particular valley or came from a specific valley region.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name DEVALLE can be found in the Codice Diplomatico della Repubblica di Genova, a collection of medieval documents from the Republic of Genoa dating back to the 13th century. In these records, the name appears as "de Valle," indicating its Italian origin and connection to a valley or region.

During the Renaissance period, the DEVALLE surname gained prominence in various parts of Italy. Notable individuals bearing this name include Giovanni Battista Devalle, a renowned Renaissance sculptor born in Genoa in 1480. His works can be found in various churches and public spaces throughout Italy.

Another prominent figure was Antonio Devalle, a 16th-century Italian architect and military engineer. He was born in Milan in 1520 and is credited with designing several fortifications and military structures across northern Italy during the Italian Wars.

In the 17th century, the DEVALLE name appeared in the annals of Catholic religious orders. Francesco Devalle, born in Turin in 1612, was a Jesuit priest and theologian who contributed significantly to the development of Catholic doctrine and teachings.

Moving into the 18th century, Giacomo Devalle, born in Genoa in 1723, was a distinguished naval officer and explorer. He commanded several expeditions to the Americas and was instrumental in mapping and charting new territories for the Italian maritime trade.

The 19th century saw the emergence of the DEVALLE name in the literary and academic spheres. Giuseppe Devalle, born in Turin in 1810, was a renowned poet and scholar who published several acclaimed works and served as a professor at the University of Turin.

As the name DEVALLE spread throughout Italy and beyond, it has been associated with various professions, from artists and architects to scholars and military figures. While the name's origins can be traced back to the medieval period and the Italian valleys, its legacy continues to be woven into the rich tapestry of Italian history and culture.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name DeValle

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

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

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