Iadanza last name popularity, history, and meaning

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

Meaning of Iadanza

An Italian surname derived from "danza" meaning "dance".

Iadanza, 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 Iadanza surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Iadanza in America

Iadanza is the 75799th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Iadanza surname appeared 254 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 Iadanza.

We can also compare 2010 data for Iadanza 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.

2010 2000 Change (%)
Rank 75799 70679 6.99%
Count 254 258 -1.56%
Proportion per 100k 0.09 0.10 -10.53%

The history of the last name Iadanza

The surname IADANZA originated in southern Italy, particularly in the regions of Campania and Calabria. It likely emerged during the late Middle Ages or Renaissance period, around the 15th or 16th century. The name derives from the Greek word "iatros," meaning "physician" or "healer," combined with the Italian suffix "-anza," indicating a profession or occupation. This suggests that the name may have initially been associated with individuals who practiced medicine or healing arts.

One of the earliest recorded references to the name IADANZA can be found in historical documents from the town of Cava de' Tirreni in the province of Salerno, Campania. In a 17th-century manuscript, a certain Gian Battista IADANZA is mentioned as a renowned physician who contributed significantly to the local community's health and well-being.

Another notable bearer of the name was Francesco IADANZA, a philosopher and scholar born in Naples in 1725. He authored several treatises on metaphysics and ethics, gaining recognition among the intellectual circles of his time. Francesco's works were widely circulated and discussed, contributing to the intellectual discourse of the Enlightenment era.

In the 19th century, Giuseppe IADANZA, a politician and lawyer from Reggio Calabria, played a prominent role in advocating for social reforms and the unification of Italy. His impassioned speeches and writings helped shape public opinion during the Risorgimento period.

During the early 20th century, Maria IADANZA, born in 1892 in Cosenza, Calabria, gained acclaim as a talented opera singer. She performed at prestigious venues across Europe, captivating audiences with her powerful vocals and exceptional stage presence.

Another notable figure bearing the surname IADANZA was Antonio, a painter and sculptor from Naples who lived in the latter half of the 20th century. His works, which often depicted scenes from everyday life in southern Italy, are celebrated for their vivid colors and expressive brushstrokes.

While the name IADANZA may have originated from a specific occupation or profession, it has since become a widely recognized surname in Italy, particularly in the southern regions. Its roots can be traced back to the rich cultural and historical tapestry of the Italian peninsula, where it has left an indelible mark across various fields and disciplines.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Iadanza

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

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 Iadanza was:

Race/Ethnicity Percentage Total Occurrences
Non-Hispanic White Only 94.09% 239
Non-Hispanic Black Only (S)% (S)
Non-Hispanic Asian and Pacific Islander Only 1.97% 5
Non-Hispanic American Indian and Alaskan Native (S)% (S)
Non-Hispanic of Two or More Races (S)% (S)
Hispanic Origin 1.97% 5

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 Iadanza has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

2010 2000 Change (%)
White 94.09% 97.67% -3.73%
Black (S)% (S)% (S)%
Asian and Pacific Islander 1.97% (S)% (S)%
American Indian and Alaskan Native (S)% 0.00% (S)%
Two or More Races (S)% (S)% (S)%
Hispanic 1.97% (S)% (S)%

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

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