Azzopardi
A surname of Maltese origin derived from the Arabic word "al-zawardy" meaning a gardener or farmer.
According to the 2010 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 583 Americans carry the last name Azzopardi. That puts it at #43,969 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.17 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 587,915 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Azzopardi surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
583
1 in 587,915
Census rank
#43,969
2010 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.2
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
490
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 490 bearers of the surname Azzopardi in its 2010 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.17 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 43969th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Azzopardi, the largest self-reported group is White at 92.2%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (5.9%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Azzopardi
The surname "Azzopardi" is of Maltese origin and can be traced back to the 15th century. It is believed to have originated from the Maltese word "azzopardi," which means "swarthy" or "olive-skinned." This suggests that the name was initially given to individuals with a darker complexion, possibly of Moorish or Arab descent.
The earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in various historical documents and records from the Maltese islands. In the late 15th century, a man named Battista Azzopardi was mentioned in a notarial deed from the village of Siggiewi. Another early reference comes from the Militia List of 1687, which includes the name Nicola Azzopardi.
During the 17th and 18th centuries, the Azzopardi family became prominent in the Maltese islands, with several members holding important positions in the government and the church. One notable figure was Ferdinando Azzopardi, who served as the Capitano della Verga (Captain of the Rod) in the Maltese Militia in the early 18th century.
In the 19th century, Salvatore Azzopardi (1831-1899) was a renowned Maltese poet and author, known for his works in both Maltese and Italian languages. Another notable individual was Giuseppe Azzopardi (1858-1927), a renowned architect who designed several iconic buildings in Malta, including the Addolorata Cemetery and the Church of St. Gregory in Sliema.
Other notable individuals with the surname Azzopardi include:
1. Ivo Azzopardi (1919-2016), a Maltese politician and lawyer who served as the Speaker of the House of Representatives of Malta from 1976 to 1987.
2. Reno Azzopardi (1944-2021), a Maltese football player and manager who played for several clubs in Malta and represented the Maltese national team.
3. Lino Azzopardi (born 1952), a Maltese artist and sculptor known for his large-scale public artworks and installations.
4. Alison Azzopardi (born 1980), a Maltese singer and songwriter who has represented Malta in the Eurovision Song Contest.
5. Roderick Azzopardi (born 1976), a Maltese actor and television presenter who has appeared in various theatre productions and television shows.
While the Azzopardi surname is predominantly found in Malta, it has also spread to other parts of the world, particularly among Maltese communities and descendants living abroad.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Azzopardi
Among Census respondents with the surname Azzopardi, the largest self-reported group is White at 92.2%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (5.9%).
The bar chart below shows how Azzopardi bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2010 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Azzopardi surname at the time of the 2010 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White92.2%
- Hispanic or Latino5.9%
Year on year
2010 vs 2010 Census
How has the Azzopardi surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
| Metric | 2010 | 2010 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #43,969 | #43,969 | 0.0% |
| Count | 490 | 490 | 0.0% |
| Per 100K | 0.17 | 0.17 | 0.0% |
Between the 2010 and 2010 Census, the number of Azzopardi bearers went from 490 to 490 (+0.0% change). The surname held its position in the national ranking, going from #43,969 to #43,969.
Notable bearers
Famous people with the surname Azzopardi
FAQ
Azzopardi surname: questions and answers
How common is the last name Azzopardi?
The surname Azzopardi holds position #43,969 in the US Census Bureau's surname ranking, with an estimated 583 living bearers. It occurs at a rate of 0.17 per 100,000 Americans.
What is the ethnic background of the Azzopardi surname?
Among Census respondents with the surname Azzopardi, the largest self-reported group is White at 92.2%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (5.9%). These figures come from the 2010 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Where does this surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These tables list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2010 Census, along with a frequency rate and self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.