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

Amico, 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 Amico surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Amico in America

Amico is the 13517th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Amico surname appeared 2,244 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 1 people would have the surname Amico.

We can also compare 2010 data for Amico 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 Amico

The surname AMICO is of Italian origin, originating in the northern regions of Italy during the medieval period. It is derived from the Italian word "amico," meaning "friend" or "companion." The name likely evolved as a nickname or descriptive term for someone who was known for their friendly nature or companionable qualities.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the AMICO surname can be found in the historic city of Venice, where a family bearing this name resided as early as the 13th century. Records from this time period indicate that the AMICO family held positions of prominence within the Venetian Republic, with members serving as merchants, diplomats, and even religious figures.

In the 14th century, the AMICO name appeared in various manuscripts and records across northern Italy, particularly in the regions of Lombardy and Emilia-Romagna. These records often referenced individuals with the AMICO surname engaged in various professions, such as artisans, traders, and landowners.

During the Renaissance period, several notable individuals bore the AMICO surname. For instance, Gian Battista Amico (1541-1610) was a renowned Italian physician and humanist scholar from Lucca, known for his contributions to the field of medicine and his literary works on topics ranging from philosophy to history.

Another prominent figure was Vito Maria Amico (1670-1755), a Sicilian historian and archaeologist who authored several important works on the history and antiquities of Sicily, including his magnum opus, "Lexicon Topographicum Siculum."

In the 18th century, the AMICO name gained further recognition with the birth of Girolamo Amico (1701-1791), an Italian architect and engineer from Naples. Amico was responsible for the design and construction of numerous churches, palaces, and public buildings throughout southern Italy, many of which still stand today as testaments to his architectural prowess.

Beyond Italy, the AMICO surname also found its way to other parts of Europe and the Americas through migration and settlement. For example, in the late 19th century, a family by the name of Amico settled in New Orleans, Louisiana, where they established a successful business in the food and hospitality industry.

Throughout its rich history, the AMICO surname has been associated with individuals from various walks of life, from scholars and artists to entrepreneurs and tradespeople. While its origins can be traced back to medieval Italy, the name has since spread across the globe, carrying with it the connotation of friendship and camaraderie.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Amico

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

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

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