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

Losolla, 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 Losolla surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Losolla in America

Losolla is the 150452nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Losolla surname appeared 109 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 Losolla.

The history of the last name Losolla

The surname LOSOLLA has its origins in Italy, with the earliest records dating back to the 15th century. It is believed to have originated in the region of Campania, particularly in the area around the city of Naples. The name LOSOLLA is thought to be derived from the Italian word "losco," which means "squinting" or "cross-eyed."

One of the earliest references to the name LOSOLLA can be found in a document from the year 1492, which mentions a certain Giacomo LOSOLLA who was a merchant in the city of Naples. This document provides evidence that the name was already established in the region during that time period.

In the 16th century, there are records of a family called LOSOLLA residing in the town of Sorrento, located on the Amalfi Coast. This family was known for their involvement in the local fishing industry, and their name can be found in several maritime records from that era.

One notable individual bearing the surname LOSOLLA was Tommaso LOSOLLA, a artist who lived in the late 16th and early 17th centuries. He was renowned for his skilled work as a painter and fresco artist, and several of his works can still be found in churches and buildings throughout Naples and the surrounding areas.

During the 17th century, the name LOSOLLA appears in various documents related to the wine-making industry in the region of Campania. This suggests that some members of the LOSOLLA family were involved in the production and trade of wine during that time.

In the 18th century, a man named Gennaro LOSOLLA gained recognition as a scholar and philosopher. He was born in 1715 in the town of Gragnano, near Naples, and wrote several treatises on subjects ranging from theology to natural philosophy.

Another notable figure with the surname LOSOLLA was Antonio LOSOLLA, who lived in the 19th century. He was a prominent lawyer and politician, serving as a member of the Italian parliament during the reign of King Victor Emmanuel II.

Throughout its history, the surname LOSOLLA has been associated with various occupations and professions, from merchants and artisans to scholars and politicians. While the name originated in the region of Campania, it has since spread to other parts of Italy and even to other countries due to migration and immigration.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Losolla

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

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 Losolla 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.

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

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