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

Barit, 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 Barit surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Barit in America

Barit is the 130610th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Barit surname appeared 130 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 Barit.

The history of the last name Barit

The surname BARIT is believed to have originated in Italy during the medieval period. One theory suggests that it may have derived from the Latin word "barium," which refers to the chemical element barium. Another possible origin is the Italian word "baritare," meaning "to cheat or deceive," suggesting that the name may have been given to someone with a reputation for dishonesty.

The earliest recorded instances of the BARIT surname can be traced back to the 13th century in northern Italy, particularly in the regions of Lombardy and Veneto. Some historical documents from that time period mention individuals with the surname, though the exact spellings varied, such as Bariti, Baritto, and Barito.

One notable historical figure bearing the BARIT surname was Giovanni Barit, a Venetian merchant and explorer who lived in the late 15th century. He is believed to have been one of the first Europeans to establish trade routes with the Middle East and India.

Another individual of note was Lucrezia Barit, a 16th-century Italian poet and writer from Milan. Her collection of sonnets and poems was widely praised during her lifetime and is still studied by scholars of Italian literature today.

In the 17th century, a prominent Italian artist named Alessandro Barit gained recognition for his intricate and detailed paintings of religious scenes and landscapes. His works can still be found in various churches and museums throughout Italy.

During the 18th century, a military leader named Giancarlo Barit played a significant role in the Italian Wars of Independence. He served as a general in the armies of the Kingdom of Sardinia and later became a vocal advocate for Italian unification.

Another notable figure was Maria Barit, a 19th-century Italian opera singer who performed in some of the most prestigious opera houses across Europe, including La Scala in Milan and the Royal Opera House in London.

While the BARIT surname is not as common as some other Italian surnames, it has a rich history and has been carried by individuals who have made notable contributions in various fields throughout the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Barit

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

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 Barit 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.

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

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