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

Arcuri, 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 Arcuri surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Arcuri in America

Arcuri is the 13073rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Arcuri surname appeared 2,349 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 Arcuri.

We can also compare 2010 data for Arcuri 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 Arcuri

The surname Arcuri has its origins in Italy, specifically in the regions of Calabria and Sicily. It is believed to have emerged in the late Middle Ages, around the 13th or 14th century. Arcuri is derived from the Greek word "archouros," which translates to "leader" or "ruler." This suggests that the name may have initially been bestowed upon individuals who held positions of authority or leadership within their communities.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Arcuri can be found in historical documents from the town of Reggio Calabria, dating back to the 15th century. During this period, the Arcuri family was prominent in the region and held significant influence. Several members of the Arcuri family were mentioned in local records, including notarial acts and land registers.

In the 16th century, the Arcuri surname appeared in various manuscripts and chronicles from Sicily, particularly in the areas around Messina and Catania. One notable figure from this time was Vincenzo Arcuri (c. 1520 - 1590), a renowned scholar and humanist who authored several works on philosophy and literature.

The 17th century saw the rise of a prominent Arcuri family in the town of Bagnara Calabra. This family played a significant role in the local political and social spheres, with several members holding important positions within the community. One notable figure from this era was Girolamo Arcuri (1635 - 1712), who served as the mayor of Bagnara Calabra for several years.

In the 18th century, the Arcuri surname gained recognition in the field of arts and culture. Antonio Arcuri (1725 - 1801) was a celebrated painter from Reggio Calabria, known for his religious works and portraits. His paintings can be found in various churches and galleries throughout southern Italy.

As the 19th century dawned, the Arcuri family continued to make their mark in various fields. Giuseppe Arcuri (1819 - 1892) was a prominent lawyer and politician from Catanzaro, who played a key role in the unification of Italy and served as a member of the Italian parliament.

Throughout its history, the Arcuri surname has been spelled in various ways, including Arcuri, Arcuri, Arcuro, and Arcuro. While the name's origins can be traced back to Italy, individuals bearing this surname can now be found in many parts of the world, particularly in countries with significant Italian immigrant communities.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Arcuri

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

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

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