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

DiNoia, 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 DiNoia surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of DiNoia in America

DiNoia is the 65593rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The DiNoia surname appeared 302 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 DiNoia.

We can also compare 2010 data for DiNoia 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 DiNoia

The surname DINOIA originated in Italy, specifically in the region of Campania. The name is derived from the Italian phrase "di noia," which translates to "of annoyance" or "of boredom." This suggests that the name may have been initially given as a nickname or descriptive term for someone who was perceived as annoying or boring.

In the early 14th century, records show the name DINOIA appearing in various documents and manuscripts from the city of Naples and its surrounding areas. One of the earliest known mentions of the name can be found in a land grant from 1327, where a certain Gian Paolo DINOIA is listed as a recipient.

The DINOIA surname has undergone several spelling variations throughout history, including DiNoia, De Noia, and Noia. These variations likely emerged due to regional dialects, transcription errors, or personal preferences.

One notable figure bearing the DINOIA surname was Francesco DINOIA, a renowned architect from Naples who lived in the late 16th century. He was responsible for designing several churches and public buildings in the city, including the Church of Santa Maria della Sanità.

Another prominent individual with this surname was Girolamo DINOIA, a 17th-century painter from the town of Avellino. His works, which often depicted religious scenes and landscapes, can be found in various churches and museums throughout Italy.

In the 19th century, a man named Vincenzo DINOIA gained recognition as a skilled craftsman and woodcarver. Born in 1842, his intricate works were highly sought after and can still be found in many private collections.

Lucia DINOIA, born in 1878, was a notable figure in the Italian feminist movement. She advocated for women's rights and played a significant role in organizing protests and rallies, particularly in the Naples region.

Lastly, Giuseppe DINOIA, who lived from 1904 to 1988, was a prominent historian and scholar. He authored several books and academic papers on the history and culture of southern Italy, with a particular focus on the region of Campania.

While these are just a few examples, the DINOIA surname has a long and rich history, with many notable individuals contributing to various fields throughout the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name DiNoia

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

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

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