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

Felo, 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 Felo surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Felo in America

Felo is the 149395th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Felo surname appeared 110 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 Felo.

The history of the last name Felo

The surname FELO is believed to have originated in Italy during the medieval period. It is thought to be derived from the Latin word "felix," meaning "happy" or "fortunate." This suggests that the name may have initially been a nickname or descriptive name given to someone with a cheerful or joyful disposition.

The earliest known record of the FELO name dates back to the 13th century, where it appears in a document from the city of Florence. During this time, surnames were becoming more common in Italy, particularly among the upper classes and those living in urban areas.

One of the earliest documented individuals with the FELO surname was Giovanni FELO, a merchant who lived in Venice in the late 14th century. Records indicate that he was involved in the lucrative spice trade with the East.

In the 15th century, the FELO name appeared in several historical documents from the Papal States, suggesting that the family had established a presence in the region. One notable figure was Tommaso FELO, a scholar and linguist who served as a translator for Pope Sixtus IV in the late 1400s.

During the Renaissance period, the FELO name gained further prominence in Italy. Pietro FELO (1492-1562) was a renowned painter from Florence, known for his religious works and frescoes adorning various churches in the city.

As the FELO family expanded throughout Italy, they established roots in various regions, leading to slight variations in the spelling of the name. In some areas, it was recorded as FELLI or FELIO, reflecting local dialects and pronunciation differences.

Another notable figure was Marco FELO (1567-1631), a military commander from Genoa who fought in the Thirty Years' War. He was renowned for his strategic skills and bravery on the battlefield.

In the 18th century, the FELO name continued to appear in historical records, particularly in the northern regions of Italy. One example is Giulia FELO (1721-1788), a celebrated opera singer from Milan who performed in various theaters across Europe.

While the FELO surname has its origins in Italy, over the centuries, it has spread to other parts of the world through migration and diaspora. However, its earliest recorded presence and historical significance remain rooted in the Italian peninsula.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Felo

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

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 Felo 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.

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

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