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

Varrera, 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 Varrera surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Varrera in America

Varrera is the 110825th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Varrera surname appeared 159 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 Varrera.

We can also compare 2010 data for Varrera 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 Varrera

The surname VARRERA is believed to have originated in Italy, specifically in the region of Calabria, during the medieval period. It is thought to be derived from the Italian word "varrera," which means "maker of baskets" or "basket weaver." This suggests that the name was likely an occupational surname, given to individuals who were involved in the craft of basket weaving.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name VARRERA can be found in a document from the 14th century, which mentions a certain "Giovanni Varrera" residing in the town of Reggio Calabria. This document provides a glimpse into the early usage of the surname and its geographical origins.

Another historical reference to the name VARRERA can be traced back to the 16th century, when a man named "Francesco Varrera" was mentioned in a local record from the town of Catanzaro. This record indicates that the name had spread to other parts of Calabria by that time.

In the 17th century, a notable figure with the surname VARRERA was "Antonio Varrera," a skilled basket weaver who gained recognition for his intricate and beautiful creations. His work was highly sought after by wealthy patrons and helped establish the reputation of the Varrera family as master basket makers.

Moving into the 18th century, a man named "Giuseppe Varrera" (1732-1798) was recorded as a prominent landowner and farmer in the town of Cosenza. His success in agriculture and business suggests that the Varrera family had diversified their occupations over time.

In the 19th century, a woman named "Maria Varrera" (1845-1912) was known for her philanthropic efforts in the city of Naples. She established a charitable organization that provided aid and support to impoverished families, leaving a lasting impact on her community.

As the centuries passed, the surname VARRERA spread beyond the borders of Calabria and Italy, with descendants of the original basket weavers settling in various parts of the world. However, the name's origins and historical significance remain deeply rooted in the rich cultural heritage of southern Italy.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Varrera

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

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

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