2000
#22,443
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 1,070
First available Census row
Per 100,000 0.40
Rare Last name
Badalamenti
A surname of Italian origin meaning "to spend time" or "to linger".
According to the 2020 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 1,228 Americans carry the last name Badalamenti. That puts it at #24,366 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.36 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 279,116 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Badalamenti surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, a multi-census history view, 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
1.2K
1 in 279,116
Census rank
#24,366
2020 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.4
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
1.1K
rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 1,071 bearers of the surname Badalamenti in its 2020 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.36 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 24366th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Badalamenti, the largest self-reported group is White at 92.3%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (5.0%) and Two or More Races (1.5%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Badalamenti
The surname Badalamenti has its origins in Italy, particularly in the regions of Sicily and Calabria. It is believed to have derived from the Italian words "badare" meaning "to watch over" and "lamenti" meaning "laments" or "complaints." The name may have initially referred to a person who was a watchman or guard, responsible for overseeing and addressing any grievances or issues within a community.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Badalamenti can be found in historical documents from the 14th century in Sicily. During this period, the name appeared in various spellings, such as "Badalamenti," "Badalamenti," and "Badalamenti," reflecting regional linguistic variations.
In the 15th century, a notable figure named Antonino Badalamenti (1435-1497) was a renowned philosopher and theologian from Palermo, Sicily. He authored several influential works on theology and ethics, contributing significantly to the intellectual discourse of his time.
The name Badalamenti also appears in several historical records from the 16th and 17th centuries, particularly in the areas of Messina, Catania, and Reggio Calabria. During this period, the name was often associated with prominent families involved in various trades, such as agriculture, craftsmanship, and commerce.
One notable individual from this era was Giuseppe Badalamenti (1568-1637), a skilled artisan and sculptor from Messina. His works adorned several churches and public buildings throughout Sicily, showcasing his artistic talent and craftsmanship.
In the 18th century, the Badalamenti family gained prominence in the agricultural sector, with several members becoming successful landowners and producers of citrus fruits and wine in the fertile regions of eastern Sicily.
A prominent figure from this time was Vincenzo Badalamenti (1720-1792), a renowned winemaker and landowner whose vineyards and cellars were highly regarded for their exceptional quality and innovative techniques.
As the name Badalamenti spread across Italy and beyond, it was also associated with individuals who made significant contributions in various fields. One such figure was Carmelo Badalamenti (1858-1927), a celebrated Italian-American composer and pianist who gained recognition for his operatic and orchestral works in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Throughout its history, the surname Badalamenti has been carried by individuals from diverse backgrounds, including artists, scholars, entrepreneurs, and professionals, reflecting the rich cultural heritage of Italy and the lasting impact of this name on society.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Badalamenti
Among Census respondents with the surname Badalamenti, the largest self-reported group is White at 92.3%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (5.0%) and Two or More Races (1.5%).
The bar chart below shows how Badalamenti bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2020 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.
Percentages are shown for every Census year so the breakdown stays comparable over time. When the source file also includes raw headcounts, Name Census shows those alongside the percentages in the legend.
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 Badalamenti surname at the time of the 2020 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White92.3% · 989
- Hispanic or Latino5.0% · 54
- Two or more races1.5% · 16
- Black or African American0.6% · 6
- Asian and Pacific Islander0.6% · 6
Timeline
Historical Census data for Badalamenti
Badalamenti appears in 3 published Census surname files: 2000, 2010, 2020. The cards below show how the name's rank and bearer count changed across each release.
2010
#21,774
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 1,194
+124 bearers (+11.6%)
Per 100,000 0.40
Rank movement Up 669 places
2020
#24,366
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 1,071
-123 bearers (-10.3%)
Per 100,000 0.36
Rank movement Down 2,592 places
| Year | Rank | Count | Per 100K | Count change | Rank change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | #22,443 | 1,070 | 0.40 | First available Census row | First available Census row |
| 2010 | #21,774 | 1,194 | 0.40 | +124 bearers (+11.6%) | Up 669 places |
| 2020 | #24,366 | 1,071 | 0.36 | -123 bearers (-10.3%) | Down 2,592 places |
For 2020, the Census Bureau published race and Hispanic-origin columns as counts rather than percentages. Name Census converts those counts back into shares so the ancestry section stays comparable with the older surname files.
Year on year
2010 vs 2020 Census
How has the Badalamenti surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
20102020
| Metric | 2010 | 2020 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #21,774 | #24,366 | -11.9% |
| Count | 1,194 | 1,071 | -10.3% |
| Per 100K | 0.40 | 0.36 | -10.4% |
Between the 2010 and 2020 Census, the number of Badalamenti bearers went from 1,194 to 1,071 (-10.3% change). The surname moved down 2,592 positions in the national ranking, going from #21,774 to #24,366.
Notable bearers
Famous people with the surname Badalamenti
FAQ
Badalamenti surname: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. have the surname Badalamenti?
Name Census estimates that about 1,228 living Americans carry the surname Badalamenti. Using the current population baseline, that works out to roughly 1 in 279,116 residents.
How common is Badalamenti?
Badalamenti ranks #24,366 in the 2020 Census surname tables and is classified on this site as "Rare." The Census recorded the name at a frequency of 0.36 per 100,000 residents, which is about 0 people out of every 100,000.
How many people with this surname were counted in the Census?
The raw 2020 Census file counted 1,071 people with the surname Badalamenti. That is different from the site's living-bearer estimate (1,228), which projects the surname's present-day count by applying the Census frequency rate to the current U.S. population.
What does 0.36 per 100,000 actually mean?
It is the Census Bureau's normalized frequency measure. A rate of 0.36 per 100,000 means that if you picked a random group of 100,000 U.S. residents, you would expect about 0 of them to have the surname Badalamenti.
Has Badalamenti become more or less common over time?
Between 2010 and 2020, the surname Badalamenti went from 1,194 recorded bearers to 1,071. That is a decrease of 123 (-10.3%). In the national ranking it fell from #21,774 to #24,366.
What does the Census say about the background of Badalamenti?
Among Census respondents with the surname Badalamenti, the largest self-reported group is White at 92.3%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (5.0%) and Two or More Races (1.5%). These figures come from the 2020 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Which group reports this surname most often?
White is the largest self-reported group for the surname Badalamenti in the 2020 Census, accounting for 92.3% (989 people in the source table).
What is the full ancestry breakdown?
Badalamenti appears across multiple self-reported groups in the Census data. The largest shares in the 2020 file are White (92.3%), Hispanic (5.0%), Two or More Races (1.5%). For 2020, the source file also published raw headcounts for each group, which is why this page can show both percentages and counts in the ancestry section.
Is this page using the latest Census data?
Yes. This page is using the latest surname file currently loaded on Name Census, which is 2020. The historical section above also keeps any older Census surname entries we have for Badalamenti (2000, 2010, 2020).
Does the Census include every surname?
No. The Census Bureau only publishes surnames that appeared at least 100 times in a given decennial Census. That means very rare surnames are excluded entirely, and a surname can appear in one Census release but disappear from a later one if it falls below the reporting threshold.
Why don't the ancestry percentages always add up to exactly 100%?
There are two main reasons: rounding and suppression. The Census Bureau rounds published values, and it may suppress very small cells to protect privacy. For 2020, the Bureau also published raw group counts rather than direct percentages, so Name Census converts those counts back into shares for comparability across census years.
What does Badalamenti mean?
A surname of Italian origin meaning "to spend time" or "to linger". The fuller origin note on this page goes into more detail.
Where does the surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These files list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2020 Census, along with a count, a per-100,000 rate, and a self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.
How does Name Census estimate living bearers?
For surnames, Name Census does not age cohorts the way it does for first names. Instead, it takes the Census Bureau's published frequency for Badalamenti (0.36 per 100,000) and applies that rate to the current U.S. resident population to estimate how many living Americans have the surname today.
How many people have the surname Badalamenti?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.