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

Osato, 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 Osato surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Osato in America

Osato is the 144141st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Osato surname appeared 115 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 Osato.

We can also compare 2010 data for Osato 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 Osato

The surname Osato has its origins in Italy, with records dating back to the 16th century. It is believed to have derived from the Italian word "osato," which means "daring" or "bold." This name was likely given to someone who exhibited these characteristics or performed a daring feat.

Osato was a relatively uncommon name in Italy, particularly in the regions of Tuscany and Emilia-Romagna. Some of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in various municipal archives and church records from these areas.

One notable early reference to the name Osato is in a 17th-century manuscript from the city of Modena, which mentions a certain Giovanni Osato, a local merchant and landowner. Unfortunately, no specific dates are provided for this individual.

The first recorded person with the surname Osato was Filippo Osato, born in 1624 in the town of Prato, near Florence. He was a skilled artisan and was known for his intricate woodcarvings, which adorned several churches in the region.

Another prominent figure with this surname was Gabriele Osato, born in 1701 in Bologna. He was a renowned painter and was commissioned by the local nobility to create numerous works of art, some of which can still be found in the city's art galleries.

In the 19th century, the name Osato gained some notoriety with the birth of Vincenzo Osato (1821-1887), a politician and activist who played a significant role in the Italian Unification movement. He was known for his fiery speeches and his unwavering dedication to the cause of Italian independence.

Another noteworthy individual was Maria Osato (1845-1923), a pioneering educator who established one of the first schools for girls in the city of Parma. Her efforts paved the way for greater access to education for women in Italy.

Lastly, a more recent historical figure was Guido Osato (1905-1991), a renowned architect who designed several iconic buildings in Milan, including the Palazzo della Regione Lombardia and the Chiesa di San Giovanni Battista.

While the surname Osato may not be as widespread as some other Italian names, it has a rich history and has been borne by individuals who have made significant contributions to various fields throughout the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Osato

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

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

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