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

Iula, 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 Iula surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Iula in America

Iula is the 131379th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Iula surname appeared 129 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 Iula.

We can also compare 2010 data for Iula 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 Iula

The surname IULA has its origins in Italy, specifically in the region of Sicily. The name can be traced back to the 12th century, and it is believed to have derived from the Latin word "iulus," which means "down" or "soft hair." This suggests that the name may have initially been used as a nickname or descriptive term for someone with soft, downy hair.

IULA is also thought to have connections with the ancient Roman name "Iulus," which was the name of the son of Aeneas in Roman mythology. This adds a layer of cultural significance to the surname, as it links it to the rich tapestry of Roman history and literature.

The earliest recorded instances of the name IULA can be found in various historical documents from Sicily, such as property records and parish registers. One notable example is the mention of a "Guglielmo IULA" in a land deed from the town of Palermo, dated 1237.

Throughout the centuries, the surname IULA has been subject to various spelling variations, including "Iula," "Jula," and "Giulia." These variations often reflected regional dialects and pronunciation differences.

While not widely known, there have been several notable individuals bearing the surname IULA throughout history. One such person was Francesco IULA (1540-1608), a renowned Sicilian architect who contributed to the design of several churches and palaces in Palermo and surrounding areas.

Another prominent figure was Vincenzo IULA (1670-1734), a Sicilian painter whose works adorned numerous churches and noble residences in Sicily during the Baroque period.

In the realm of literature, Giuseppe IULA (1810-1879) was a Sicilian poet and writer who gained recognition for his lyrical works celebrating the beauty of his homeland.

Moving into more recent history, Giovanni IULA (1892-1965) was an Italian lawyer and politician who served as a member of the Italian Chamber of Deputies in the early 20th century.

Lastly, Marisa IULA (1925-2003) was a notable Italian stage and film actress who appeared in several productions throughout her career, both in Italy and abroad.

While the surname IULA is not among the most common in Italy today, its rich history and connections to various regions, particularly Sicily, make it a fascinating example of the cultural diversity and heritage preserved within Italian surnames.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Iula

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

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

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