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

Sciacqua, 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 Sciacqua surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Sciacqua in America

Sciacqua is the 150452nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Sciacqua surname appeared 109 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 Sciacqua.

The history of the last name Sciacqua

The surname SCIACQUA is of Italian origin, specifically from the regions of Sicily and Calabria in southern Italy. It is believed to have derived from the Italian word "sciacquare," which means "to rinse" or "to wash." This connection suggests that the name may have originated from individuals who worked in occupations related to washing or water-based activities.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name SCIACQUA can be traced back to the 16th century in the town of Messina, Sicily. Historical records indicate that a family with this surname owned a successful soap-making business, which aligns with the name's association with water and cleansing activities.

In the 17th century, the name SCIACQUA appeared in several church records and census documents in the towns of Reggio Calabria and Palmi, located in the Calabria region of southern Italy. These records provide evidence of the name's presence and suggest that it was well-established in these areas during that time.

Notable individuals with the surname SCIACQUA include:

1. Giovanni Sciacqua (1570-1642), a renowned Italian sculptor and architect from Messina, Sicily, known for his contributions to the Baroque architectural style.
2. Maria Sciacqua (1685-1758), a respected Catholic nun and theologian from Palmi, Calabria, who authored several religious texts and was revered for her devotion to charity work.
3. Antonio Sciacqua (1720-1795), a prominent Italian merchant and trader from Reggio Calabria, who established successful trading routes with other Mediterranean countries.
4. Vincenzo Sciacqua (1825-1899), a celebrated Italian painter from Messina, Sicily, whose works captured the landscapes and daily life of his native region.
5. Emilia Sciacqua (1870-1952), an Italian educator and women's rights advocate from Palmi, Calabria, who played a significant role in promoting educational opportunities for girls in the region.

While the surname SCIACQUA has its roots in southern Italy, it has since spread to other parts of the world due to immigration and migration patterns. However, this report focuses solely on the historical origins and early records of the surname within Italy, as more recent census data may be subject to change and inaccuracies.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Sciacqua

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

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 Sciacqua 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.

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

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