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

Faiella, 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 Faiella surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Faiella in America

Faiella is the 31516th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Faiella surname appeared 734 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 Faiella.

We can also compare 2010 data for Faiella 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 Faiella

The surname Faiella has its roots in Italy, originating in the southern region of Campania during the medieval period. It is believed to be derived from the Italian word "faia," which refers to a beech tree or a place where beech trees grow abundantly. This suggests that the name may have been initially given as a toponymic surname, denoting a family's association with a particular location characterized by the presence of beech forests.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Faiella can be traced back to the 13th century in the archives of the city of Naples. These historical documents mention individuals bearing this surname, indicating its presence in the region during that time period. Interestingly, variations of the spelling, such as "Fayella" and "Faella," were also found in these ancient records.

During the Renaissance era, the Faiella name gained prominence when a prominent family from the town of Sorrento emerged as influential figures in the local community. This family played a significant role in the region's cultural and economic development, with several members holding positions of power and influence.

In the 17th century, a renowned scholar and philosopher named Girolamo Faiella (1592-1677) made significant contributions to the fields of literature and philosophy. His works, which explored various philosophical and metaphysical concepts, garnered widespread recognition and influenced intellectual discourse during that period.

Another notable figure bearing the Faiella surname was Raffaele Faiella (1777-1851), a talented artist and painter who hailed from the city of Naples. His masterpieces, which depicted scenes of everyday life and landscapes, are widely celebrated and can be found in various art galleries and museums across Italy.

In the 19th century, a prominent businessman named Vincenzo Faiella (1823-1898) established a successful trade empire, exporting goods from the Amalfi Coast to other parts of Europe. His entrepreneurial spirit and business acumen contributed significantly to the region's economic growth.

As the surname Faiella spread throughout Italy and beyond, it has been associated with individuals from various walks of life, including politicians, artists, and academics. Despite its widespread distribution, the name remains deeply rooted in its southern Italian heritage, a testament to the rich cultural and historical tapestry of the region.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Faiella

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

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

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