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

Arico, 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 Arico surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Arico in America

Arico is the 34574th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Arico surname appeared 654 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 Arico.

We can also compare 2010 data for Arico 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 Arico

The surname Arico is of Italian origin, specifically from the island of Sicily. Its roots can be traced back to the 15th century when the name was first recorded in the town of Arico, located in the province of Catania. The name is believed to have derived from the ancient Greek word "Ariche," meaning "rocky place" or "barren land," which aptly described the rugged terrain of the area.

The earliest known record of the name Arico dates back to 1492, when a certain Giovanni Arico was mentioned in a document from the Sicilian town of Acireale. This document, which was a land registry, provides insight into the name's association with the local geography and its significance in the region's history.

In the 16th century, the Arico family gained prominence in Sicily, with several members holding influential positions within the local government and the Catholic Church. One notable figure was Vincenzo Arico (1520-1587), a respected lawyer and judge who served as the magistrate of Catania during the Spanish rule of Sicily.

The name Arico also found its way into historical records beyond Sicily. In the 17th century, a merchant named Pietro Arico (1642-1712) was mentioned in a trade document from the Republic of Venice, indicating the family's involvement in commercial activities across the Mediterranean region.

As the Arico family spread throughout Italy and beyond, variations in the spelling of the name emerged. Some of these variations included Arrico, Arigo, and Arrigo, reflecting the influence of regional dialects and linguistic adaptations.

One of the most renowned individuals bearing the Arico surname was Giuseppe Arico (1837-1916), an Italian painter and sculptor who gained recognition for his works depicting scenes from Sicilian rural life. His paintings and sculptures are showcased in several museums across Italy, including the Galleria Regionale della Sicilia in Palermo.

Another notable figure was Maria Arico (1882-1957), a Sicilian-born activist and writer who advocated for women's rights and social reform in the early 20th century. Her works, which addressed issues such as education and gender equality, were influential in shaping the feminist movement in Italy.

Throughout history, the Arico surname has been carried by individuals from various walks of life, including artists, scholars, entrepreneurs, and public figures, reflecting the rich cultural heritage and diverse contributions of those who bear this name.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Arico

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

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

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