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

Yarusso, 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 Yarusso surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Yarusso in America

Yarusso is the 81181st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Yarusso surname appeared 233 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 Yarusso.

We can also compare 2010 data for Yarusso 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 Yarusso

The surname Yarusso originates from Italy, particularly from the southern regions like Calabria and Sicily. The earliest roots of the name can be traced back to the medieval period, around the 11th or 12th century. In these areas, surnames were often derived from personal characteristics, occupations, or geographic locations.

One theory suggests that Yarusso could be derived from an old Italian or possibly Greek root, given the Greek influences in southern Italy. The name might have originated from a Greek personal name such as Iaros or the Italian word Làrus, meaning "seagull," due to the coastal regions people lived in. This connection to seagulls could symbolize freedom or a fishing occupation, which was common in these Mediterranean areas.

The earliest recorded instances of the name appear in various historical documents. For example, in 13th-century Calabria, the name appears in land ownership records and tax registers. One of the earliest known individuals with the surname was Marco Yarusso, born around 1230, who was a landowner in the region. Another notable early record includes a 14th-century manuscript detailing legal transactions involving a Giovanni Yarusso in Sicily, circa 1376.

Throughout history, the name Yarusso appears sparsely in records, indicating it was not among the most common surnames but held by families of some standing. For instance, Leonardo Yarusso, born in 1451, was a noted merchant in Naples, contributing to the local economy through trade with other Mediterranean territories. Another distinguished bearer was Antonio Yarusso, a minor nobleman in Calabria during the late 15th century, known for his involvement in regional governance and local disputes.

By the 17th century, the name had spread slightly more, appearing in church and civil registries. Maria Yarusso, born in 1604, is recorded in matrimonial records in Palermo, indicating a respectable social status. Later in the 18th century, Francesco Yarusso, born in 1725, became known locally as a master craftsman, whose work in metal and wood was highly esteemed.

Moving into the 19th century, Gabriele Yarusso, born in 1833, was an influential figure in his community in Calabria. He was known for his efforts in agricultural advancements and local politics, advocating for improvements in farming techniques and local infrastructure.

Throughout these centuries, the name maintained a consistent presence in the southern Italian regions, albeit in small numbers. The linguistic evolution of surnames meant that variations in spelling might exist, but Yarusso remained a distinctive name associated with specific families known for their contributions to local culture and economy.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Yarusso

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

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

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