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

Barin, 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 Barin surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Barin in America

Barin is the 80131st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Barin surname appeared 237 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 Barin.

We can also compare 2010 data for Barin 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 Barin

The surname BARIN has its origins in Italy, specifically the region of Piedmont, dating back to the 16th century. It is believed to be derived from the Italian word "barino," which referred to a type of fabric or a person involved in the textile trade.

One of the earliest records of the name BARIN can be found in the archives of the city of Turin, where a merchant named Giovanni Barin was documented as operating a textile business in the late 1500s. This suggests that the name was initially associated with the textile industry in the region.

During the 17th century, the BARIN family continued to establish their presence in Piedmont, with several members holding prominent positions in local government and industry. A notable figure from this period was Girolamo Barin (1625-1691), a wealthy landowner and influential politician in the city of Asti.

As the BARIN family expanded and migrated to other parts of Italy, the name underwent slight variations in spelling, such as Barini and Barinetti. These variations were often influenced by regional dialects or adopted by different branches of the family.

One of the most renowned individuals with the surname BARIN was the Italian painter and architect Giulio Barin (1766-1842). His works can be found in several churches and palaces throughout Northern Italy, showcasing his mastery of the Baroque and Neoclassical styles.

Another noteworthy figure was Francesco Barin (1822-1898), a prominent Italian lawyer and politician who served as a member of the Italian Parliament in the late 19th century. He was known for his advocacy of civil rights and played a crucial role in shaping the legal system of the newly unified Italy.

In more recent history, the BARIN surname has been associated with several accomplished individuals, such as the Italian philosopher and writer Adriano Barin (1901-1975), whose works explored existentialism and the human condition, and the renowned Italian architect and urban planner Lucio Barin (1929-2010), who was responsible for the design of several iconic buildings in Milan and other major Italian cities.

While the BARIN surname has its roots in Italy, it has since spread to other parts of the world, particularly through immigration and cultural exchange. The name has maintained its connection to its Italian heritage, even as it has been adapted and integrated into various cultures and communities.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Barin

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

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

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