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

Lolis, 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 Lolis surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Lolis in America

Lolis is the 106096th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Lolis surname appeared 168 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 Lolis.

We can also compare 2010 data for Lolis 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 Lolis

The surname LOLIS is believed to have originated in Greece, with its roots dating back to the late 15th century. It is derived from the Greek word "lolis," which translates to "small olive grove" or "olive orchard." This suggests that the name may have been associated with individuals who owned or worked in such groves or orchards.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the LOLIS surname can be found in a land registry document from the village of Arachova, located in the mountainous region of Parnassus, Greece. This document, dated 1487, mentions a certain Dimitrios LOLIS as a landowner in the area.

Another notable mention of the LOLIS name is found in a manuscript from the 16th century, which chronicles the life and exploits of a Greek merchant named Georgios LOLIS. This manuscript provides valuable insights into the trade routes and commercial activities of that era.

In the 17th century, the LOLIS surname gained prominence in the city of Nafplion, where several members of the family held influential positions in the local government and church. One such individual was Ioannis LOLIS (1624-1693), who served as the mayor of Nafplion from 1671 to 1679.

During the Greek War of Independence against the Ottoman Empire (1821-1832), a few individuals bearing the LOLIS surname played significant roles. Konstantinos LOLIS (1789-1845), a wealthy merchant and philanthropist, provided financial support to the revolutionary cause and aided in the supply of arms and provisions to the Greek forces.

In the realm of literature, the LOLIS surname is associated with Alexandros LOLIS (1858-1932), a renowned Greek poet and author. His works, which often explored themes of love, nature, and patriotism, earned him widespread acclaim and a place in the annals of Greek literature.

Another notable figure with the LOLIS surname was Eleftherios LOLIS (1901-1987), a prominent Greek diplomat who served as the ambassador to several countries, including the United States and the United Kingdom, during the mid-20th century.

While the LOLIS surname may not be as widespread as some other Greek surnames, it has a rich history and has been associated with individuals who have made significant contributions in various fields throughout the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Lolis

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

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

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