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

Hysa, 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 Hysa surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Hysa in America

Hysa is the 103181st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Hysa surname appeared 174 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 Hysa.

The history of the last name Hysa

The surname "HYSA" is of Albanian origin, with its roots traced back to the central and northern regions of the country during the late medieval period.

The name is believed to have derived from the Albanian word "hysë," which translates to "entrance" or "doorway." This linguistic connection suggests that the surname may have been initially associated with individuals who lived near or guarded the entrances of villages, towns, or fortified settlements.

Historical records indicate that the earliest known mention of the surname HYSA can be found in a 15th-century document from the Archbishopric of Durres, an ancient city on the Adriatic coast. The document lists several individuals bearing variations of the name, such as "Hysaj" and "Hysa."

In the 16th century, the HYSA surname appears in several Ottoman tax registers, particularly in the regions of Kruja and Dibra. These registers provide valuable insights into the geographical distribution and prevalence of the name during that era.

One of the earliest notable individuals with the surname HYSA was Gjergj Hysa, a military leader who fought against the Ottoman forces in the late 15th century. He is mentioned in various chronicles of the time for his bravery and leadership in the battles for Albanian independence.

Another prominent figure was Pal Hysa (1820-1892), a renowned Albanian scholar and writer who played a crucial role in the development of the Albanian alphabet and the preservation of the country's cultural heritage.

In the 19th century, the HYSA surname gained prominence with the birth of Vat Hysa (1858-1937), a prominent Albanian politician and diplomat who served as the first Prime Minister of Albania after the country's independence in 1912.

During the 20th century, the HYSA surname was carried by several notable individuals, including Kol Hysa (1924-2008), a respected linguist and academic who made significant contributions to the study of Albanian language and literature.

Lastly, it is worth mentioning Agim Hysa (born 1960), a renowned Albanian sculptor and artist whose works have been exhibited internationally and are celebrated for their unique blend of traditional and modern elements.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Hysa

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

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

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