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

Velotta, 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 Velotta surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Velotta in America

Velotta is the 46647th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Velotta surname appeared 456 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 Velotta.

We can also compare 2010 data for Velotta 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 Velotta

The surname Velotta has its origins in Italy, dating back to the Middle Ages. It is believed to have originated from a geographical location or a personal name derived from the Latin word "velox," meaning swift or quick.

Velotta is commonly found in the regions of Sicily and Calabria, where it has a long-standing presence. Historical records indicate that the name appeared in various Italian municipalities, such as Palermo, Messina, and Reggio Calabria, as early as the 13th century.

One of the earliest documented instances of the Velotta surname can be traced back to a municipal record from the city of Palermo in 1275, where a certain Giovanni Velotta was mentioned as a landowner. This suggests that the name was already well-established in Sicily by that time.

In the 14th century, a notable figure bearing the Velotta surname was Francesco Velotta, a prominent merchant from Messina. His name appears in several trade records and maritime contracts from that period, indicating the family's involvement in maritime commerce.

During the Renaissance, the Velotta family gained prominence in the arts and literature. Antonio Velotta (1450-1518), a renowned poet and playwright from Reggio Calabria, was celebrated for his contributions to the Italian literary scene of the time.

In the 17th century, a branch of the Velotta family migrated to the city of Naples, where they established themselves as successful artisans and craftsmen. One notable member was Luca Velotta (1620-1695), a skilled woodcarver who crafted intricate sculptures and furnishings for churches and noble households in Naples.

The 19th century saw the rise of Giuseppe Velotta (1810-1882), a prominent lawyer and judge from Palermo. His legal expertise and commitment to justice earned him a respected reputation throughout Sicily.

Another notable figure was Vittoria Velotta (1865-1942), a pioneering educator from Messina. She founded one of the first schools for girls in the region, advocating for women's education and empowerment during a time when such initiatives were rare.

Throughout the centuries, the Velotta surname has been associated with various professions, including merchants, artisans, lawyers, educators, and more, reflecting the diverse contributions of this family to Italian society and culture.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Velotta

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

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

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