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

DiSalvatore, 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 DiSalvatore surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of DiSalvatore in America

DiSalvatore is the 66553rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The DiSalvatore surname appeared 297 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 DiSalvatore.

We can also compare 2010 data for DiSalvatore 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 DiSalvatore

The surname DISALVATORE is of Italian origin, with roots dating back to the medieval period. It is believed to have originated in the southern regions of Italy, particularly in the areas around Naples and Campania.

The name DISALVATORE is derived from the Italian phrase "Di Salvatore," which translates to "of the Savior" or "belonging to the Savior." This suggests that the surname may have been initially bestowed upon individuals who were closely associated with religious institutions or who had a deep devotion to the Christian faith.

Some historical records indicate that the name DISALVATORE first appeared in written documents during the 13th century. One notable example is a reference to a family bearing this surname in a manuscript from the city of Salerno, dated around 1270.

In the 14th century, the name DISALVATORE gained prominence when it was mentioned in various local records and chronicles, particularly those related to the city of Naples. One such record from 1348 mentions a nobleman named Giovanni DISALVATORE, who played a significant role in the political affairs of the Kingdom of Naples during that time.

Throughout the Renaissance period, the DISALVATORE name continued to be associated with influential families in southern Italy. One notable figure was Antonio DISALVATORE, a renowned artist born in Salerno in 1487, whose frescoes can still be found in several churches throughout the region.

As the name spread beyond its place of origin, it underwent various spelling variations, such as Di Salvatore, Desalvatore, and Disalvator. These variations can be found in historical documents from different parts of Italy, reflecting the linguistic diversity of the country.

Notable individuals bearing the DISALVATORE surname include:

1. Pietro DISALVATORE (1602-1678), a Neapolitan philosopher and theologian known for his contributions to the study of ethics and metaphysics.
2. Giulia DISALVATORE (1720-1788), a celebrated opera singer from Naples who performed in various royal courts across Europe.
3. Vincenzo DISALVATORE (1835-1901), a prominent Italian politician and lawyer who served as a member of the Italian Parliament during the late 19th century.
4. Lucio DISALVATORE (1879-1944), a renowned Italian architect whose works can be found in various cities across southern Italy, including Naples and Salerno.
5. Maria DISALVATORE (1901-1983), a distinguished Italian author and poet who was recognized for her contributions to the literary scene in the mid-20th century.

The surname DISALVATORE continues to be prevalent in various parts of Italy, particularly in the southern regions, where it has maintained a rich cultural and historical significance over the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name DiSalvatore

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

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

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