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

Lastoria, 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 Lastoria surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Lastoria in America

Lastoria is the 127494th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Lastoria surname appeared 134 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 Lastoria.

We can also compare 2010 data for Lastoria 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 Lastoria

The surname Lastoria is of Italian origin, with its roots traced back to the medieval period. It is believed to have originated from the Italian region of Tuscany, specifically in the area surrounding the city of Pisa. The name is derived from the Latin word "historia," which means "story" or "narrative."

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the Lastoria surname can be found in an 11th-century manuscript from the Pisan archives, where a certain Guglielmo Lastoria is listed as a notary public. This document provides evidence of the name's existence during the High Middle Ages, indicating its longevity and historical significance.

In the 13th century, the Lastoria family gained prominence in Pisa, with several members holding important positions within the city's government and ecclesiastical institutions. Notably, Giovanni Lastoria (1220-1298) served as a magistrate and was known for his contributions to the city's legal code.

As the Lastoria family expanded throughout Italy, they established roots in various regions, including Tuscany, Umbria, and Emilia-Romagna. This geographic spread led to variations in the spelling of the surname, such as Lastori, Lestori, and Lestoria.

One of the most renowned individuals bearing the Lastoria surname was Filippo Lastoria (1478-1556), a renowned humanist scholar and philosopher from Florence. His extensive writings on literature, philosophy, and the arts earned him a significant reputation during the Italian Renaissance.

Another notable figure was Girolamo Lastoria (1568-1635), a Bolognese painter and architect who contributed to the design and construction of several churches and palaces in his native city. His works exemplified the Baroque style that was prevalent during the late Renaissance period.

In the 19th century, the Lastoria name gained prominence in the field of literature with the birth of Antonio Lastoria (1820-1892), a celebrated Italian poet and playwright from Genoa. His works explored themes of love, nature, and the human condition, earning him critical acclaim and a place in the literary canon of his time.

Throughout history, the Lastoria surname has been associated with individuals from various walks of life, including scholars, artists, writers, and public figures. While the name may have evolved in terms of spelling and regional variations, its origins can be traced back to the rich cultural heritage of medieval Italy.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Lastoria

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

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

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