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

Savaria, 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 Savaria surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Savaria in America

Savaria is the 56972nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Savaria surname appeared 358 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 Savaria.

We can also compare 2010 data for Savaria 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 Savaria

The surname SAVARIA has its roots in the northern Italian region of Piedmont, originating in the late 15th century. It is believed to have derived from the Latin word "savor," meaning "flavor" or "taste," indicating a potential connection to the culinary arts or wine-making industry prominent in the area.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the SAVARIA name can be found in a 1492 census record from the town of Asti, where a family bearing the name resided. This suggests the name's use dates back to at least the late 15th century in the Piedmont region.

In the 16th century, the name appears in various church records and municipal documents across northern Italy, indicating its gradual spread. Notable individuals from this era include Giambattista SAVARIA (1521-1588), a renowned vintner from the village of Barolo, known for his exceptional winemaking skills.

As the name spread beyond its regional origins, variations in spelling emerged, such as SAVARIO, SAVARO, and SAVARINO. These variations were often reflective of local dialects or the preferences of individual families.

During the 17th and 18th centuries, several SAVARIA families migrated to other parts of Europe, including France and Spain. One notable figure was Antonio SAVARIA (1657-1721), a merchant from Turin who established a successful trading company in Marseille, France.

In the 19th century, the SAVARIA name gained further prominence with the rise of Giuseppe SAVARIA (1815-1887), a celebrated chef and author of one of the earliest Italian cookbooks, "La Cucina Piemontese." His work helped preserve and popularize the traditional culinary heritage of the Piedmont region.

As families bearing the SAVARIA name ventured beyond Europe in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the name found its way to various parts of the world. Marco SAVARIA (1879-1962), an Italian immigrant to Argentina, became a respected winemaker in the Mendoza region, contributing to the growth of the local wine industry.

Throughout its history, the SAVARIA surname has maintained a strong association with the culinary arts, winemaking, and the rich cultural traditions of northern Italy. While its origins can be traced back to the late 15th century in Piedmont, the name has since spread globally, carried by families and individuals who have made significant contributions in their respective fields.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Savaria

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

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

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