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

Ameli, 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 Ameli surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ameli in America

Ameli is the 108199th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ameli surname appeared 164 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 Ameli.

The history of the last name Ameli

The surname Ameli has its origins in Italy, dating back to the medieval period. It is believed to have derived from the Italian town of Amelia, located in the province of Terni, Umbria. The name Amelia itself stems from the Latin word "amelius," which means "rival" or "competitor." This suggests that the surname Ameli may have been initially associated with individuals who were known for their competitive nature or rivalry with others.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the surname Ameli can be found in the Codex Diplomaticus Amiatinus, a collection of medieval manuscripts from the Abbey of San Salvatore on Mount Amiata, Tuscany, dating back to the 11th century. This document includes references to individuals bearing the surname Ameli, indicating that the name was already in use during this time period.

In the 13th century, historical records from the city of Florence mention a notable figure named Guido Ameli, who was a prominent merchant and banker. He played a significant role in the city's economic and political affairs during this era.

The Ameli family also held a prominent position in the city of Siena during the Renaissance period. One of the most notable members of this family was Francesco Ameli, a renowned painter and architect who lived from 1470 to 1548. His works can still be admired in various churches and buildings throughout Siena.

Another prominent individual with the surname Ameli was Girolamo Ameli, who lived in the 16th century. He was a respected scholar and writer, known for his works on philosophy and theology. His treatises and commentaries were widely studied and discussed in academic circles of the time.

During the 17th century, the Ameli family extended its influence to the city of Naples, where they were involved in various business ventures and held influential positions within the local government. One notable figure from this period was Antonio Ameli, a successful merchant and landowner who lived from 1620 to 1692.

Throughout the centuries, the surname Ameli has been associated with various place names and local variations. For instance, in some regions of Italy, the name was spelled as Amelli or Ameli di Amelia, reflecting the town of origin.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ameli

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

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 Ameli 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.

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

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