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

Farria, 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 Farria surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Farria in America

Farria is the 91625th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Farria surname appeared 201 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 Farria.

We can also compare 2010 data for Farria 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 Farria

The surname FARRIA originated in the Piedmont region of northwestern Italy in the late 15th century. It is derived from the Italian word "ferra," meaning iron, suggesting a possible occupation or association with blacksmithing or metalworking. The earliest known spelling was "Ferria," which later evolved into the more modern form of "FARRIA."

One of the first recorded instances of the name appears in a 1497 census record from the town of Asti, where a family headed by Giovanni FARRIA is listed as residing in the neighborhood of San Secondo. This document provides valuable insight into the early presence of the surname in the Piedmont region.

In the 16th century, the name FARRIA appears in several historical documents from the city of Turin. One notable mention is in a 1542 legal contract involving a metalsmith named Pietro FARRIA, lending credence to the theory of the name's connection to ironworking professions.

The FARRIA surname gained further recognition in the 17th century when Giacomo FARRIA (1605-1678), a renowned painter from the town of Savigliano, became known for his religious artworks commissioned by local churches and nobility. His paintings can still be admired in various galleries and museums across Italy.

Another notable figure bearing the FARRIA name was Antonio FARRIA (1718-1793), a highly respected jurist and legal scholar from Turin. His treatises on civil law and jurisprudence were widely studied and influential during his time.

In the 19th century, the FARRIA family produced several accomplished individuals, including Emilio FARRIA (1825-1889), a celebrated poet and journalist from Cuneo, whose works captured the essence of life in the Piedmont region. Additionally, Maria FARRIA (1854-1920), a pioneering educator from Asti, was recognized for her efforts in establishing one of the first schools for girls in the area.

Throughout its history, the FARRIA surname has been closely associated with the Piedmont region of Italy, with its roots deeply intertwined with the local culture and traditions. While the name's origins can be traced back to the 15th century, the FARRIA family has left an indelible mark across various fields, from the arts and literature to law and education.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Farria

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

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

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