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

Arcoren, 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 Arcoren surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Arcoren in America

Arcoren is the 106096th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Arcoren surname appeared 168 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 Arcoren.

We can also compare 2010 data for Arcoren 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 Arcoren

The surname Arcoren originated in the region of Tuscany, Italy during the late 12th century. It is believed to have derived from the Latin word "arcorus", meaning "archer" or "bowman". This suggests that the name may have been initially used to identify individuals who practiced archery, either as a profession or for recreational purposes.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Arcoren can be found in a registry of land ownership in the city of Siena, dated 1204. This document mentions a certain "Guido Arcoren" as the owner of a small vineyard on the outskirts of the city. It is possible that this Guido was a skilled archer or a member of a local militia that utilized archers in battle.

In the 14th century, the name appears to have spread to other parts of Italy, particularly in the regions of Emilia-Romagna and Lombardy. A notable figure from this era was Pietro Arcoren (1312-1382), a respected physician and scholar who served as the personal doctor to the Visconti family, rulers of Milan.

During the Renaissance period, the Arcoren family became prominent in the arts and literature. Giulio Arcoren (1465-1524), a renowned poet and playwright, was born in Florence and is credited with introducing the use of the vernacular language in theatrical productions. His works, such as "La Commedia della Vita" and "Il Sogno di Parnaso", were widely acclaimed and influential in their time.

In the 17th century, the name Arcoren gained recognition in the field of architecture. Antonio Arcoren (1602-1678), a master builder from Parma, was responsible for the design and construction of several notable churches and palaces in northern Italy, including the Palazzo Ducale in Modena and the Church of San Prospero in Reggio Emilia.

Another prominent figure was Francesca Arcoren (1718-1792), a talented artist from Bologna who gained fame for her exquisite portraits and landscapes. Her works were highly sought after by noble families and art collectors throughout Europe, and her paintings can still be found in various museums and private collections today.

While the surname Arcoren is not among the most common in Italy, it has a rich history that spans various fields and regions. The name serves as a testament to the diverse contributions of individuals who have carried it over the centuries, leaving their mark on the cultural and artistic heritage of their homeland.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Arcoren

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

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

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