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

Osso, 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 Osso surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Osso in America

Osso is the 44193rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Osso surname appeared 487 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 Osso.

We can also compare 2010 data for Osso 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 Osso

The surname "OSSO" is of Italian origin, tracing its roots back to the medieval period, around the 13th or 14th century. The name is believed to have originated in the northern regions of Italy, specifically in the areas surrounding the cities of Milan and Bergamo.

One theory suggests that the name "OSSO" is derived from the Italian word "osso," which means "bone." This could indicate that the name may have been initially bestowed upon an individual who worked as a bone craftsman or in a related trade involving bones or animal skeletal remains.

Another possible explanation for the origin of the name "OSSO" is that it may have been a nickname or a descriptive term given to someone who had a particularly bony or slender physique. Such nicknames were common in the Middle Ages and often evolved into surnames passed down through generations.

In terms of historical references, the earliest recorded instances of the surname "OSSO" can be found in various Italian documents and records from the late 13th and early 14th centuries. One notable example is the mention of a certain Giacomo Osso in a land registry from the city of Bergamo, dated 1312.

The name "OSSO" has also been associated with several prominent individuals throughout history. One such figure is Giovanni Battista Osso, an Italian sculptor and architect who lived in the 16th century (c. 1530-1598). His works can still be admired in various churches and buildings across northern Italy.

Another notable bearer of the surname "OSSO" was Pietro Osso (1595-1661), a Jesuit priest and theologian from Milan, who authored several influential works on religious philosophy and ethics during the 17th century.

In the 18th century, Giulio Osso (1724-1799) was a renowned Italian painter from the city of Genoa, known for his vibrant landscapes and religious scenes, which adorned numerous churches and galleries in his native region.

Moving into the 19th century, Giuseppe Osso (1810-1876) was an Italian politician and statesman who played a significant role in the unification of Italy and served as a member of the Italian Parliament.

Finally, in the 20th century, Stefano Osso (1912-1998) was an acclaimed Italian filmmaker and screenwriter, known for his collaborations with some of the most prominent directors of his time, such as Federico Fellini and Luchino Visconti.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Osso

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

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

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