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

Bellafiore, 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 Bellafiore surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Bellafiore in America

Bellafiore is the 75564th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Bellafiore surname appeared 255 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 Bellafiore.

We can also compare 2010 data for Bellafiore 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 Bellafiore

The surname "BELLAFIORE" is of Italian origin, with its roots tracing back to the late medieval period. This name is believed to have originated in the regions of northern Italy, particularly in the areas surrounding the cities of Milan and Genoa.

The name "BELLAFIORE" is derived from the Italian words "bella" meaning beautiful, and "fiore" meaning flower. It is believed to have been initially used as a descriptive surname, referring to individuals who were associated with cultivating or selling beautiful flowers.

Historical records indicate that the name "BELLAFIORE" appeared in various documents and manuscripts from the 14th century onwards. One of the earliest known references to this surname can be found in the archives of the city of Genoa, where a merchant named Giovanni Bellafiore was recorded as conducting trade with other Italian cities in the year 1372.

In the 15th century, a notable figure bearing the name "BELLAFIORE" was Francesco Bellafiore, a renowned painter from Milan. His works, primarily religious frescoes, adorned numerous churches and chapels throughout the region, showcasing his artistic talents.

Another prominent individual with this surname was Lucia Bellafiore, a celebrated botanist and horticulturist who lived in the 16th century. She is credited with cultivating and documenting various rare and exotic flower species, contributing significantly to the field of botany during the Renaissance era.

During the 17th century, the name "BELLAFIORE" was also associated with a noble family from the Piedmont region of Italy. This family owned vast estates and vineyards, and their name was often mentioned in local records and land deeds.

In the 18th century, a famous poet and writer named Antonio Bellafiore gained recognition for his literary works, which explored themes of love, nature, and the beauty of the Italian countryside.

Throughout history, the surname "BELLAFIORE" has been carried by individuals from various walks of life, including artists, scholars, merchants, and nobility, reflecting the diverse backgrounds and contributions of those who bore this name.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Bellafiore

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

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

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