Randa
A surname derived from the Arabic word "rinda" meaning lush vegetation or greenery.
According to the 2010 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 754 Americans carry the last name Randa. That puts it at #34,390 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.22 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 454,581 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Randa surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
754
1 in 454,581
Census rank
#34,390
2010 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.2
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
659
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 659 bearers of the surname Randa in its 2010 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.22 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 34390th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Randa, the largest self-reported group is White at 84.8%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (9.7%) and Asian/Pacific Islander (3.3%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Randa
The surname Randa is believed to have originated in Italy, specifically in the regions of Lombardy and Piedmont. It is derived from the Italian word "randa," which means "shore" or "bank," suggesting that the name may have been associated with people who lived near the banks of a river or the shore of a lake.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Randa can be found in the historical records of the city of Milan, dating back to the 14th century. Specifically, a document from 1358 mentions a certain "Petrus de Randa," who was likely a resident of the city.
In the 15th century, the name Randa appeared in several legal documents and property records in the town of Novara, located in the Piedmont region. This suggests that the name had spread and established roots in different parts of northern Italy during this period.
Throughout the centuries, there have been several notable individuals with the surname Randa. One of the earliest recorded was Giovanni Battista Randa (1535-1599), an Italian jurist and legal scholar who served as a magistrate in the city of Turin.
Another prominent figure was Girolamo Randa (1643-1711), a Baroque painter from Milan who was known for his religious works and frescoes adorning various churches in northern Italy.
In the 19th century, Carlo Randa (1811-1888) was an Italian politician and statesman who served as a member of the parliament during the reign of King Victor Emmanuel II and played a crucial role in the unification of Italy.
The name Randa also found its way into literature, with Emilio Randa (1876-1942), an Italian novelist and playwright who wrote several works exploring the themes of love, family, and societal issues.
Lastly, one of the most notable figures with the surname Randa was Aldo Randa (1901-1967), an Italian sculptor and artist renowned for his monumental public works and sculptures in cities like Milan, Rome, and Turin.
While the surname Randa has its roots in Italy, it has since spread to other parts of the world due to migration and diaspora. However, its origins can be traced back to the banks and shores of northern Italy, where it first emerged and gained significance.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Randa
Among Census respondents with the surname Randa, the largest self-reported group is White at 84.8%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (9.7%) and Asian/Pacific Islander (3.3%).
The bar chart below shows how Randa bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2010 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Randa surname at the time of the 2010 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White84.8%
- Hispanic or Latino9.7%
- Asian and Pacific Islander3.3%
- Two or more races0.9%
Year on year
2010 vs 2010 Census
How has the Randa surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
| Metric | 2010 | 2010 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #34,390 | #34,390 | 0.0% |
| Count | 659 | 659 | 0.0% |
| Per 100K | 0.22 | 0.22 | 0.0% |
Between the 2010 and 2010 Census, the number of Randa bearers went from 659 to 659 (+0.0% change). The surname held its position in the national ranking, going from #34,390 to #34,390.
Notable bearers
Famous people with the surname Randa
FAQ
Randa surname: questions and answers
How common is the last name Randa?
The surname Randa holds position #34,390 in the US Census Bureau's surname ranking, with an estimated 754 living bearers. It occurs at a rate of 0.22 per 100,000 Americans.
What is the ethnic background of the Randa surname?
Among Census respondents with the surname Randa, the largest self-reported group is White at 84.8%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (9.7%) and Asian/Pacific Islander (3.3%). These figures come from the 2010 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Where does this surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These tables list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2010 Census, along with a frequency rate and self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.