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

Masta, 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 Masta surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Masta in America

Masta is the 135593rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Masta surname appeared 124 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 Masta.

We can also compare 2010 data for Masta 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 Masta

The surname MASTA has its origins in Italy, dating back to the 13th century. It is believed to have derived from the Italian word "mastro," which means "master" or "skilled craftsman." The name was likely given to individuals who possessed exceptional skills in a particular trade or craft.

The earliest recorded instances of the MASTA surname can be found in historical documents from the regions of Tuscany and Umbria in central Italy. One notable mention is in the Florentine tax records of 1260, where a certain Guido MASTA is listed as a stonemason.

During the Middle Ages, surnames were often associated with occupations, and the MASTA name was no exception. It is likely that the name was initially bestowed upon skilled artisans or craftsmen who had achieved a level of mastery in their respective fields, such as carpentry, masonry, or metalworking.

One of the earliest known bearers of the MASTA surname was Giovanni MASTA, a renowned painter from Siena who lived in the late 14th century. His frescoes adorned several churches in the region, and his works are still celebrated for their artistic merit.

Another notable figure in the history of the MASTA name was Matteo MASTA, a 16th-century architect from Florence. He was responsible for designing several iconic buildings in the city, including the Palazzo Rucellai and the Church of San Pancrazio.

In the 17th century, the MASTA surname gained prominence in the Republic of Venice, where a family of skilled glassmakers bore the name. Marco MASTA (1590-1662) was a renowned glassblower whose intricate creations were highly sought after by the nobility and wealthy merchants of the time.

As the MASTA family spread across Italy, the name underwent various spelling variations, such as Mastro, Mastri, and Mastria. These variations were often influenced by regional dialects and local pronunciation.

It is worth noting that the MASTA surname was not limited to Italy alone. Over time, the name also appeared in other parts of Europe, particularly in areas with strong Italian cultural influences, such as parts of France, Spain, and Switzerland.

Throughout its history, the MASTA surname has been associated with individuals who have excelled in various fields, from the arts and architecture to skilled trades and craftsmanship. While the name may have evolved and taken on different spellings, its connection to mastery and expertise remains a consistent thread.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Masta

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

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

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