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

DiLallo, 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 DiLallo surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of DiLallo in America

DiLallo is the 52851st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The DiLallo surname appeared 392 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 DiLallo.

We can also compare 2010 data for DiLallo 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 DiLallo

The surname DILALLO is of Italian origin, with its roots traced back to the southern regions of Italy, particularly in the areas around Naples and Campania. The name is believed to have derived from the Latin word "de lallo," which translates to "from the valley." This suggests that the name may have originated from families residing in a specific valley or region.

In the early medieval period, the use of surnames became more prevalent in Italy, often derived from geographical locations, occupations, or personal characteristics. The surname DILALLO likely emerged during this time, initially appearing in local records and documents from the 12th to 14th centuries.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in a 13th-century manuscript from the town of Amalfi, where a certain Giovanni DILALLO was mentioned as a prominent merchant and landowner. This document provides valuable insight into the presence of the name in the region during that era.

Another notable historical figure bearing the DILALLO surname was Niccolò DILALLO, a renowned architect and sculptor from Naples who lived in the late 15th century. He was renowned for his contributions to the construction of various churches and palaces in the city, including the Santa Maria la Nova church.

During the 16th century, the name gained prominence in the Kingdom of Naples, with several individuals bearing the DILALLO surname holding influential positions. One such figure was Giulio DILALLO, who served as a magistrate and advisor to the Spanish viceroy in Naples during the 1570s.

In the 17th century, the DILALLO family expanded its influence beyond the southern regions of Italy. Antonio DILALLO (1610-1675), a successful merchant from Naples, established trade routes throughout the Mediterranean and even ventured into the New World, contributing to the spread of the surname across various continents.

As the centuries progressed, the DILALLO name continued to be present in different parts of Italy, with notable individuals emerging in various fields. Pietro DILALLO (1785-1861) was a respected lawyer and jurist from Salerno, known for his contributions to the legal system during the Napoleonic era.

Maria DILALLO (1891-1974), born in Calabria, was a prominent educator and women's rights advocate who played a significant role in establishing educational opportunities for girls in southern Italy during the early 20th century.

While the surname DILALLO has its roots in the southern regions of Italy, it has since spread globally, with individuals bearing this name making significant contributions across various disciplines throughout history.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name DiLallo

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

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

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