2000
#116,123
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 139
First available Census row
Per 100,000 0.05
Very Rare Last name
Albarelli
Derived from the Italian word "albarello," referring to a type of ceramic jar used by apothecaries and pharmacists.
According to the 2020 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 136 Americans carry the last name Albarelli. That puts it at #142,788 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 2,520,252 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Albarelli surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, a multi-census history view, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
136
1 in 2,520,252
Census rank
#142,788
2020 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.0
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
119
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 119 bearers of the surname Albarelli in its 2020 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 142788th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Albarelli, the largest self-reported group is White at 95.0%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (2.5%) and Black (1.7%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Albarelli
The surname Albarelli originated in Italy, specifically in the regions of Tuscany and Emilia-Romagna. The name likely derives from the Italian word "albarello," which refers to a cylindrical ceramic jar or vase commonly used for storing herbs, spices, or pharmaceutical products in apothecaries and pharmacies during the Renaissance era. This connection suggests that the surname may have been initially associated with individuals involved in the production or trade of these ceramic containers.
The earliest known record of the surname Albarelli dates back to the 14th century, appearing in various historical documents from cities like Florence, Bologna, and Modena. One notable instance is found in the archives of the Republic of Florence, where a merchant named Bartolomeo Albarelli is mentioned in a trade agreement from 1387.
In the 15th century, the Albarelli surname gained prominence in the city of Faenza, known for its renowned pottery tradition. Records show that a family of potters bearing the name Albarelli operated a successful workshop, producing highly sought-after ceramic wares adorned with intricate decorations.
During the Renaissance period, several notable individuals with the surname Albarelli left their mark in various fields. Giovanni Albarelli (1492-1568), a renowned painter from Faenza, gained recognition for his vibrant frescoes and altarpieces commissioned by churches and noble families across northern Italy.
Another influential figure was Girolamo Albarelli (1524-1590), a scholar and humanist from Bologna. He authored several treatises on philosophy, linguistics, and classical literature, contributing to the intellectual discourse of the time.
In the 17th century, the Albarelli family expanded their influence beyond Italy. Pietro Albarelli (1628-1693), a skilled architect and engineer from Modena, gained renown for his innovative fortification designs and was employed by various European rulers, including the King of Spain.
As the centuries passed, the surname Albarelli continued to be associated with notable individuals in various fields. Emilio Albarelli (1829-1896), a celebrated composer and music educator from Florence, composed numerous operas and orchestral works that were performed throughout Italy.
It is worth noting that the surname Albarelli has also been recorded with slight variations in spelling, such as Albarello or Albarela, reflecting regional linguistic differences within Italy.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Albarelli
Among Census respondents with the surname Albarelli, the largest self-reported group is White at 95.0%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (2.5%) and Black (1.7%).
The bar chart below shows how Albarelli bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2020 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Percentages are shown for every Census year so the breakdown stays comparable over time. When the source file also includes raw headcounts, Name Census shows those alongside the percentages in the legend.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Albarelli surname at the time of the 2020 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White95.0% · 113
- Hispanic or Latino2.5% · 3
- Black or African American1.7% · 2
- Asian and Pacific Islander0.8% · 1
Timeline
Historical Census data for Albarelli
Albarelli appears in 3 published Census surname files: 2000, 2010, 2020. The cards below show how the name's rank and bearer count changed across each release.
2010
#133,863
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 126
-13 bearers (-9.4%)
Per 100,000 0.04
Rank movement Down 17,740 places
2020
#142,788
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 119
-7 bearers (-5.6%)
Per 100,000 0.04
Rank movement Down 8,925 places
| Year | Rank | Count | Per 100K | Count change | Rank change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | #116,123 | 139 | 0.05 | First available Census row | First available Census row |
| 2010 | #133,863 | 126 | 0.04 | -13 bearers (-9.4%) | Down 17,740 places |
| 2020 | #142,788 | 119 | 0.04 | -7 bearers (-5.6%) | Down 8,925 places |
For 2020, the Census Bureau published race and Hispanic-origin columns as counts rather than percentages. Name Census converts those counts back into shares so the ancestry section stays comparable with the older surname files.
Year on year
2010 vs 2020 Census
How has the Albarelli surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
20102020
| Metric | 2010 | 2020 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #133,863 | #142,788 | -6.7% |
| Count | 126 | 119 | -5.6% |
| Per 100K | 0.04 | 0.04 | -0.5% |
Between the 2010 and 2020 Census, the number of Albarelli bearers went from 126 to 119 (-5.6% change). The surname moved down 8,925 positions in the national ranking, going from #133,863 to #142,788.
FAQ
Albarelli surname: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. have the surname Albarelli?
Name Census estimates that about 136 living Americans carry the surname Albarelli. Using the current population baseline, that works out to roughly 1 in 2,520,252 residents.
How common is Albarelli?
Albarelli ranks #142,788 in the 2020 Census surname tables and is classified on this site as "Very Rare." The Census recorded the name at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, which is about 0 people out of every 100,000.
How many people with this surname were counted in the Census?
The raw 2020 Census file counted 119 people with the surname Albarelli. That is different from the site's living-bearer estimate (136), which projects the surname's present-day count by applying the Census frequency rate to the current U.S. population.
What does 0.04 per 100,000 actually mean?
It is the Census Bureau's normalized frequency measure. A rate of 0.04 per 100,000 means that if you picked a random group of 100,000 U.S. residents, you would expect about 0 of them to have the surname Albarelli.
Has Albarelli become more or less common over time?
Between 2010 and 2020, the surname Albarelli went from 126 recorded bearers to 119. That is a decrease of 7 (-5.6%). In the national ranking it fell from #133,863 to #142,788.
What does the Census say about the background of Albarelli?
Among Census respondents with the surname Albarelli, the largest self-reported group is White at 95.0%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (2.5%) and Black (1.7%). These figures come from the 2020 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Which group reports this surname most often?
White is the largest self-reported group for the surname Albarelli in the 2020 Census, accounting for 95.0% (113 people in the source table).
What is the full ancestry breakdown?
Albarelli appears across multiple self-reported groups in the Census data. The largest shares in the 2020 file are White (95.0%), Hispanic (2.5%), Black (1.7%). For 2020, the source file also published raw headcounts for each group, which is why this page can show both percentages and counts in the ancestry section.
Is this page using the latest Census data?
Yes. This page is using the latest surname file currently loaded on Name Census, which is 2020. The historical section above also keeps any older Census surname entries we have for Albarelli (2000, 2010, 2020).
Does the Census include every surname?
No. The Census Bureau only publishes surnames that appeared at least 100 times in a given decennial Census. That means very rare surnames are excluded entirely, and a surname can appear in one Census release but disappear from a later one if it falls below the reporting threshold.
Why don't the ancestry percentages always add up to exactly 100%?
There are two main reasons: rounding and suppression. The Census Bureau rounds published values, and it may suppress very small cells to protect privacy. For 2020, the Bureau also published raw group counts rather than direct percentages, so Name Census converts those counts back into shares for comparability across census years.
What does Albarelli mean?
Derived from the Italian word "albarello," referring to a type of ceramic jar used by apothecaries and pharmacists. The fuller origin note on this page goes into more detail.
Where does the surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These files list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2020 Census, along with a count, a per-100,000 rate, and a self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.
How does Name Census estimate living bearers?
For surnames, Name Census does not age cohorts the way it does for first names. Instead, it takes the Census Bureau's published frequency for Albarelli (0.04 per 100,000) and applies that rate to the current U.S. resident population to estimate how many living Americans have the surname today.
How many people have the surname Albarelli?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.