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

DiMeglio, 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 DiMeglio surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of DiMeglio in America

DiMeglio is the 19803rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The DiMeglio surname appeared 1,358 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 DiMeglio.

We can also compare 2010 data for DiMeglio 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 DiMeglio

The surname DiMeglio originates from Italy, with earliest records dating back to the 14th century. It is believed to have derived from the Italian word "meglio," meaning "better" or "superior," suggesting that the name may have been given to someone who was considered better or more distinguished than others.

The name is thought to have originated in the southern regions of Italy, particularly in the areas around Naples and Salerno. It was commonly found in historical documents and records from these regions during the medieval and Renaissance periods.

One of the earliest known references to the name DiMeglio can be found in a legal document from the city of Salerno, dated around 1380. This document mentions a certain "Giovanno DiMeglio," who was involved in a property dispute.

Another notable record is from the late 15th century, where a "Tomasso DiMeglio" is listed as a merchant in the city of Naples. This suggests that individuals with this surname were involved in various professions and trades during that time.

In the 16th century, a man named Vincenzo DiMeglio (1525-1592) gained recognition as a renowned architect and sculptor in Naples. He was commissioned to design several churches and palaces, including the Palazzo Reale di Capodimonte.

During the 17th century, the name DiMeglio appeared in various literary works and documents. One notable figure was Antonio DiMeglio (1610-1678), a poet and playwright who wrote several comedic plays that were popular in Naples at the time.

In the 18th century, a family with the surname DiMeglio was involved in the production of fine ceramics and pottery in the town of Vietri sul Mare, near Salerno. The family's pottery workshop was renowned for its intricate designs and high-quality craftsmanship.

Another prominent individual with the surname DiMeglio was Ferdinando DiMeglio (1785-1856), a military officer who fought in the Napoleonic Wars and later became a general in the Neapolitan army.

As the centuries progressed, the surname DiMeglio continued to be found in various parts of Italy, particularly in the southern regions. While the name's origins can be traced back to the medieval period, it has endured and been carried by individuals from diverse backgrounds and professions throughout Italian history.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name DiMeglio

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

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

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