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

Bagnato, 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 Bagnato surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Bagnato in America

Bagnato is the 43885th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Bagnato surname appeared 491 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 Bagnato.

We can also compare 2010 data for Bagnato 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 Bagnato

The surname Bagnato is of Italian origin, with its roots traced back to the medieval era. It is derived from the Italian word "bagnato," which means "wet" or "damp." This surname likely originated in areas with a significant presence of water bodies, such as rivers, lakes, or marshlands.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Bagnato name appears in the Codice Diplomatico della Lombardia, a collection of historical documents from the region of Lombardy, dating back to the 13th century. This suggests that the name may have been prevalent in northern Italy during that period.

In the 14th century, a notable figure bearing the Bagnato surname was Giovanni Bagnato, a prominent merchant and banker from the city of Florence. His business dealings and financial transactions were recorded in various contemporary documents, providing insights into the economic activities of the time.

During the Renaissance period, the Bagnato family gained prominence in the city of Venice. Antonio Bagnato (1516-1580), a renowned architect and sculptor, left his mark on the city's iconic architectural landscape. His works included the design and construction of several churches and palaces, reflecting the artistic and cultural achievements of the Venetian Republic.

In the 17th century, Girolamo Bagnato (1628-1698) was a respected jurist and legal scholar from Naples. His writings and interpretations of Roman and Neapolitan law were widely influential, shaping the legal discourse of the era.

Crossing over to the 18th century, Maria Bagnato (1745-1810) was a renowned opera singer from Rome. Her talents graced the stages of various Italian cities, and she was lauded for her vocal prowess and captivating performances.

As the centuries progressed, the Bagnato name continued to be carried by individuals who made significant contributions in various fields, including the arts, sciences, and academia. These individuals played an essential role in shaping the cultural and intellectual fabric of their respective regions and eras.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Bagnato

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

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

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