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

Moccia, 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 Moccia surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Moccia in America

Moccia is the 23251st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Moccia surname appeared 1,096 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 Moccia.

We can also compare 2010 data for Moccia 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 Moccia

The surname MOCCIA is of Italian origin, with its earliest recorded instances found in the region of Campania, particularly in the city of Naples and surrounding areas. The name is believed to have derived from the Italian word "moccia," which means "tuft" or "knot," possibly referring to a physical characteristic or occupation related to knotting or tying.

One of the earliest known bearers of the MOCCIA surname was Gennaro MOCCIA, a prominent merchant and landowner in Naples during the 16th century. His name appeared in various tax records and property deeds from that time period, indicating the family's established presence in the region.

In the 17th century, the name MOCCIA can be found in the records of the Archivio di Stato di Napoli (State Archives of Naples), where several members of the family are mentioned in connection with various business transactions and legal documents.

During the 18th century, a notable figure with the MOCCIA surname was Antonio MOCCIA, a renowned artist and sculptor from Naples. His works adorned several churches and public buildings in the city, showcasing his exceptional talent in the arts.

In the 19th century, the MOCCIA name gained prominence with the birth of Giuseppe MOCCIA (1828-1904), a respected lawyer and politician who served as a member of the Italian Parliament. His contributions to the legal system and political landscape of Italy were widely acknowledged during his lifetime.

Another noteworthy individual with the MOCCIA surname was Vincenzo MOCCIA (1853-1919), a celebrated writer and poet who hailed from the town of Sorrento, near Naples. His literary works, which often drew inspiration from the rich cultural heritage of the region, received critical acclaim and brought recognition to the MOCCIA name in the literary circles of Italy.

As the MOCCIA family expanded and migrated to other parts of Italy and beyond, the surname continued to be associated with various professions and achievements. From academics and artists to entrepreneurs and public servants, the MOCCIA name has left its mark across various fields throughout history.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Moccia

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

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

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