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

Divina, 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 Divina surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Divina in America

Divina is the 73215th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Divina surname appeared 265 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 Divina.

We can also compare 2010 data for Divina 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 Divina

The surname DIVINA originated in Italy during the medieval period, deriving from the Italian word "divina" meaning "divine" or "heavenly." It was likely bestowed as a nickname or descriptive surname upon individuals renowned for their religious devotion, piety, or perceived divine virtues.

The earliest recorded mention of the surname dates back to the 13th century in manuscripts from the region of Tuscany, where variations such as "Divino" and "de Divina" were documented. The name's etymology suggests a connection to the Catholic Church, with some speculating that it may have been granted to clergymen or members of religious orders esteemed for their spiritual qualities.

In the 14th century, records from the city of Florence mention a notable figure named Girolamo DIVINA (1307-1381), a prominent scholar and theologian who authored several treatises on ecclesiastical law and Christian doctrine. His works were widely circulated and contributed to the widespread use of the surname among his contemporaries and descendants.

Another notable bearer of the DIVINA name was Lucrezia DIVINA (1472-1543), a renowned Renaissance poet and humanist from Padua. Her poetry celebrated the beauty of nature and the human spirit, earning her acclaim throughout Italy and beyond. Her collected works, titled "Rime Divine," were published posthumously in 1556.

During the 16th century, the DIVINA surname appeared in records from the Papal States, particularly in the city of Rome. One notable individual was Cardinal Pietro DIVINA (1516-1587), a influential figure in the Roman Catholic Church who served as a diplomat and advisor to several popes.

In the 17th century, the DIVINA name was associated with the noble family of the same name in the Kingdom of Naples. Marquis Antonio DIVINA (1623-1701) was a renowned military strategist and diplomat who played a crucial role in the Wars of the Spanish Succession.

Over the centuries, the DIVINA surname has spread throughout Italy and to other parts of the world, carried by Italian immigrants and their descendants. While its origins are deeply rooted in the country's religious and cultural history, the name continues to be borne by individuals of diverse backgrounds and beliefs.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Divina

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

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

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