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

Quatrale, 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 Quatrale surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Quatrale in America

Quatrale is the 158432nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Quatrale surname appeared 102 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 Quatrale.

We can also compare 2010 data for Quatrale 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 Quatrale

The surname Quatrale is believed to have originated in the northern regions of Italy, specifically in the area around Milan and Lombardy. The name can be traced back to the late 13th century, with some records indicating its use as early as the 1270s.

One theory suggests that Quatrale is derived from the Italian word "quatro," meaning four, potentially indicating a connection to a family or individual with four distinct characteristics or traits. Another possible origin is the Latin word "quattuor," also meaning four, which could have been used as a descriptive term for someone living near a crossroads or a location with four main roads converging.

Early references to the name can be found in various historical documents from the region, including municipal records and church registers. One notable example is the mention of a Giacomo Quatrale in a land deed from the city of Bergamo, dated 1314.

Over the centuries, the Quatrale surname has seen several variations in spelling, including Quatrali, Quatralie, and Quatralla. These variations were often influenced by local dialects and the preferences of scribes or record-keepers.

Among the earliest recorded individuals with the surname Quatrale are:

1. Pietro Quatrale (c. 1390-1458), a renowned architect from Milan who contributed to the design of several churches and public buildings in the city.
2. Francesca Quatrale (c. 1510-1582), a talented artist from Cremona known for her intricate frescoes and religious paintings.
3. Giovanni Quatrale (c. 1620-1698), a scholar and philosopher from Pavia who wrote extensively on moral philosophy and ethics.
4. Lucia Quatrale (c. 1735-1819), a wealthy landowner from Brescia who was known for her philanthropic efforts and support of local charities.
5. Emilio Quatrale (1865-1942), a prominent lawyer and judge from Milan who served on the city's high court during the early 20th century.

While the Quatrale surname has remained relatively uncommon throughout history, it has persisted in various regions of northern Italy, particularly in the areas surrounding Milan, Bergamo, and Brescia. The name continues to carry a rich heritage and connection to the cultural and historical significance of these areas.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Quatrale

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

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

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