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

Almestica, 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 Almestica surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Almestica in America

Almestica is the 47272nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Almestica surname appeared 449 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 Almestica.

We can also compare 2010 data for Almestica 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 Almestica

The surname ALMESTICA has its origins in Italy, tracing back to the medieval period. It is believed to have derived from the Latin word "alma," meaning "nourishing" or "fertile," and the suffix "-estica," which likely had a locational connotation, suggesting that the name may have referred to an area known for its agricultural abundance or fertility.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name ALMESTICA can be found in a 13th-century Venetian manuscript, where it appears as "Almesticus," attributed to a prominent merchant family from the region. This spelling variation is indicative of the name's evolution over time.

During the Renaissance period, the ALMESTICA name gained prominence in the city of Florence, where it was associated with a family of skilled artisans and craftsmen. Records from the 15th century mention a renowned painter, Giovanni ALMESTICA (1420-1498), whose frescoes adorned several churches and palaces in the city.

In the 16th century, a branch of the ALMESTICA family migrated to the Papal States, where they established themselves as landowners and vineyard proprietors. One notable figure from this lineage was Cardinal Pietro ALMESTICA (1550-1621), who played a significant role in the Catholic Church's negotiations during the Counter-Reformation.

As the name spread throughout Italy, it also found its way into the annals of literature. The Italian poet, Dante Alighieri, in his seminal work "The Divine Comedy," references a character named "Almestica" in the Purgatorio section, although the connection to the actual surname is debated by scholars.

In the 18th century, the ALMESTICA name gained recognition in the realm of science and exploration. Francesco ALMESTICA (1725-1801), a renowned botanist and naturalist, contributed significantly to the study of plant life in the Italian peninsula and the Mediterranean region.

Another noteworthy figure was Antonio ALMESTICA (1780-1848), a military commander who served under Napoleon Bonaparte during the Napoleonic Wars. His bravery and leadership earned him numerous accolades and a place in the history of European conflicts.

Throughout the centuries, the ALMESTICA surname has continued to appear in various historical records, including church registers, land deeds, and official documents, reflecting its enduring presence in Italian society and the diverse roles its bearers have played across various fields.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Almestica

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

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

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