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

Montolla, 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 Montolla surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Montolla in America

Montolla is the 101247th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Montolla surname appeared 178 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 Montolla.

We can also compare 2010 data for Montolla 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 Montolla

The surname Montolla is of Italian origin and traces its roots back to the medieval period. It is believed to have originated in the region of Tuscany, which was known for its mountainous terrain. The name is derived from the Italian word "monte," meaning mountain, and "olla," which can refer to a small pot or vessel.

One of the earliest recorded references to the name Montolla can be found in the historic documents of Siena, a city in Tuscany, dating back to the 13th century. These records mention individuals bearing this surname who were likely involved in the production or trade of pottery and ceramics, which was a thriving industry in the region at the time.

In the 15th century, a notable figure named Giovanni Montolla (1425-1498) was a well-respected architect and sculptor from Florence. His works can still be admired in various churches and public buildings throughout Tuscany. During the Renaissance period, the Montolla family gained prominence as skilled artisans and craftsmen.

Another historical figure with this surname was Domenico Montolla (1567-1642), a renowned painter from Siena. His works, which often depicted religious scenes and landscapes, were highly sought after by wealthy patrons and can be found in several Italian museums and galleries.

In the 18th century, a branch of the Montolla family migrated to the island of Sicily, where they established themselves as successful merchants and landowners. One member, Antonio Montolla (1712-1786), was a prominent figure in the city of Palermo and served as a magistrate and advisor to the local nobility.

Moving into the 19th century, Giuseppe Montolla (1838-1912) was a respected lawyer and politician from Naples. He was known for his advocacy of workers' rights and played a significant role in the early labor movement in Italy.

Throughout its history, the surname Montolla has maintained a strong connection to its Italian roots and has been carried by individuals from various professions, including artists, craftsmen, merchants, lawyers, and politicians.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Montolla

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

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

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