Barrile
A surname derived from the Italian word for barrel or cask.
According to the 2010 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 343 Americans carry the last name Barrile. That puts it at #67,747 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.10 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 999,284 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Barrile 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
343
1 in 999,284
Census rank
#67,747
2010 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.1
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
291
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 291 bearers of the surname Barrile in its 2010 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.10 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 67747th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Barrile, the largest self-reported group is White at 93.1%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (5.2%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Barrile
The surname Barrile originates from Italy and can be traced back to the medieval period. It is derived from the Italian word "barile," which means "barrel" or "cask." This suggests that the name may have been originally associated with a profession or trade involving the production or transportation of barrels.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Barrile can be found in the "Codex Diplomaticus Cavensis," a collection of medieval documents from the Campania region of southern Italy, dating back to the 11th century. This indicates that the name was already in use during that time period.
The name Barrile is particularly prevalent in the regions of Campania, Basilicata, and Calabria in southern Italy. It is believed to have originated in these areas, possibly linked to local barrel-making or wine-production industries.
A notable historical figure bearing the surname Barrile was Girolamo Barrile (1573-1629), a Italian jurist and philosopher from Calabria. He was a renowned legal scholar and authored several works on law and philosophy during the Renaissance period.
Another individual of note was Giuseppe Barrile (1817-1894), an Italian poet and patriot from Calabria. He was actively involved in the Risorgimento movement for Italian unification and wrote numerous poems celebrating the struggle for independence.
In the 16th century, records show a Barrile family residing in the town of Acri, located in the province of Cosenza, Calabria. This suggests that the name had already established roots in the region by that time.
The name Barrile is also linked to various place names in southern Italy, such as the town of Barile in the province of Potenza, Basilicata. This connection further reinforces the geographical origins of the surname in the southern regions of the country.
Other notable individuals with the surname Barrile include Vincenzo Barrile (1802-1896), an Italian painter and engraver from Naples, and Gaetano Barrile (1901-1982), an Italian politician and lawyer who served as a member of the Italian Parliament.
Throughout its history, the surname Barrile has maintained a strong presence in Italy, particularly in the southern regions, and has been associated with various professions, artistic pursuits, and political endeavors over the centuries.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Barrile
Among Census respondents with the surname Barrile, the largest self-reported group is White at 93.1%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (5.2%).
The bar chart below shows how Barrile 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 Barrile surname at the time of the 2010 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White93.1%
- Hispanic or Latino5.2%
Year on year
2010 vs 2010 Census
How has the Barrile 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 | #67,747 | #67,747 | 0.0% |
| Count | 291 | 291 | 0.0% |
| Per 100K | 0.10 | 0.10 | 0.0% |
Between the 2010 and 2010 Census, the number of Barrile bearers went from 291 to 291 (+0.0% change). The surname held its position in the national ranking, going from #67,747 to #67,747.
Notable bearers
Famous people with the surname Barrile
FAQ
Barrile surname: questions and answers
How common is the last name Barrile?
The surname Barrile holds position #67,747 in the US Census Bureau's surname ranking, with an estimated 343 living bearers. It occurs at a rate of 0.10 per 100,000 Americans.
What is the ethnic background of the Barrile surname?
Among Census respondents with the surname Barrile, the largest self-reported group is White at 93.1%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (5.2%). 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.