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

LoRusso, 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 LoRusso surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of LoRusso in America

LoRusso is the 13525th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The LoRusso surname appeared 2,243 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 1 people would have the surname LoRusso.

We can also compare 2010 data for LoRusso 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 LoRusso

The surname LoRusso originated in Italy, specifically in the southern regions of Calabria and Puglia. It is believed to have emerged during the Middle Ages, around the 11th or 12th century. The name is derived from the Italian phrase "lo Russo," which translates to "the Russian." This suggests that the earliest bearers of this surname may have had some connection to Russia or were of Russian descent.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the LoRusso surname can be found in the "Codice Diplomatico Barese," a collection of medieval documents from the city of Bari, in the Puglia region. The name appears in a document dated 1194, which mentions a certain "Petrus Lorusso."

During the Renaissance period, the LoRusso surname gained prominence in the city of Naples. Historical records from the 15th and 16th centuries mention several influential individuals bearing this name, including Girolamo LoRusso (1450-1520), a renowned scholar and philosopher who taught at the University of Naples.

In the 17th century, the LoRusso family played a significant role in the political and cultural life of Calabria. One notable member was Vincenzo LoRusso (1605-1678), a diplomat and writer who served as the ambassador of the Kingdom of Naples to the Holy Roman Empire.

As the centuries passed, the LoRusso surname spread across Italy and beyond. In the 19th century, Gaetano LoRusso (1815-1892) gained recognition as a prominent Italian painter, known for his landscapes and historical scenes.

Another individual of note was Nicola LoRusso (1870-1948), a distinguished lawyer and politician who served as a member of the Italian Parliament and held several ministerial positions in the early 20th century.

Throughout its history, the LoRusso surname has been associated with various fields, including academia, arts, politics, and law. While the exact origins of the name remain shrouded in mystery, its enduring presence across generations and regions serves as a testament to the rich cultural tapestry of Italy.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name LoRusso

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

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

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