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

DiJoseph, 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 DiJoseph surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of DiJoseph in America

DiJoseph is the 68345th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The DiJoseph surname appeared 288 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 DiJoseph.

We can also compare 2010 data for DiJoseph 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 DiJoseph

The surname DIJOSEPH has its origins in Italy, with records dating back to the late 15th century. It is believed to have originated in the region of Sicily, where it was initially spelled as "Di Giuseppe" or "Di Ioseph". The name itself is derived from the Italian phrase "di Giuseppe", which translates to "of Joseph" or "belonging to Joseph".

One of the earliest documented instances of the name DIJOSEPH can be found in historical records from the city of Palermo, Sicily, in the late 1400s. These records mention a family bearing the surname Di Giuseppe, who were involved in various trades and professions within the city.

During the 16th and 17th centuries, the name began to spread beyond Sicily, with families bearing the DIJOSEPH surname appearing in other parts of Italy, particularly in the regions of Calabria and Campania. It is likely that the name underwent slight variations in spelling as it travelled, leading to the modern form of "DIJOSEPH".

In the 18th century, a notable figure bearing the DIJOSEPH surname was Vincenzo Di Giuseppe (1712-1784), a renowned architect and engineer from Naples. He was responsible for the design and construction of several notable buildings and structures throughout Italy, including the Royal Palace of Caserta.

Another prominent figure with the DIJOSEPH surname was Giovanni Di Giuseppe (1826-1899), an Italian painter and sculptor from Palermo. He gained recognition for his religious-themed works and was commissioned to create sculptures and paintings for numerous churches and cathedrals across Italy.

During the 19th century, the DIJOSEPH surname also made its way to other parts of Europe, particularly in France and Spain, where it was likely adopted by families with Italian roots or connections.

One notable bearer of the DIJOSEPH name from this era was Ferdinando Di Giuseppe (1855-1932), an Italian military officer and politician who played a significant role in the reunification of Italy in the late 19th century.

In the early 20th century, a famous figure bearing the DIJOSEPH surname was Antonio Di Giuseppe (1892-1967), an Italian-American sculptor and artist known for his works depicting themes of immigration and the American experience.

It is worth noting that while the DIJOSEPH surname has its origins in Italy, it has since spread globally, with families bearing this name found in various countries and cultures. However, the historical roots and significance of the name remain deeply rooted in the Italian heritage and culture.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name DiJoseph

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

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

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