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

Levra, 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 Levra surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Levra in America

Levra is the 154907th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Levra surname appeared 105 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 Levra.

We can also compare 2010 data for Levra 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 Levra

The surname LEVRA has its origins in Italy, specifically in the northwestern region of Piedmont. It can be traced back to the late 15th century, with the earliest recorded instances found in the town of Vicoforte, located in the province of Cuneo.

LEVRA is believed to have derived from the Italian word "levra," which translates to "hare" or "rabbit." This suggests that the name may have been a nickname or a descriptive term for someone who was associated with these animals, perhaps a hunter or someone with a physical resemblance to a rabbit.

Historical records from the 16th century indicate that the LEVRA surname was present in various villages and towns across Piedmont, including Bra, Cherasco, and Alba. One of the earliest documented individuals with this surname was Gioacchino LEVRA, born in 1563 in Vicoforte, who was a prominent landowner and farmer in the region.

In the 17th century, the LEVRA family expanded their influence and presence throughout Piedmont. Notable individuals from this period include Pietro LEVRA (1612-1678), a renowned architect who designed several churches and public buildings in the city of Turin.

As the centuries progressed, members of the LEVRA family continued to make their mark in various fields. In the late 18th century, Emilio LEVRA (1752-1832) was a respected scholar and writer who authored several works on the history and culture of Piedmont.

During the 19th century, the LEVRA surname gained international recognition with Giuseppe LEVRA (1845-1912), a renowned painter and sculptor whose works were exhibited in major art galleries across Europe. His most famous piece, "The Triumph of Love," can still be found in the Galleria d'Arte Moderna in Turin.

Another notable figure from the 19th century was Antonio LEVRA (1870-1948), a prominent lawyer and politician who served as a member of the Italian parliament and played a key role in the drafting of several important legal reforms.

Throughout its long history, the LEVRA surname has maintained a strong presence in Italy, particularly in the northwestern regions of Piedmont and Liguria. While the name has spread to other parts of the world through migration and emigration, its roots can be traced back to the picturesque towns and villages of northwestern Italy, where it has been a part of the cultural fabric for centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Levra

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

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

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