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

Bertetto, 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 Bertetto surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Bertetto in America

Bertetto is the 125282nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Bertetto surname appeared 137 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 Bertetto.

We can also compare 2010 data for Bertetto 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 Bertetto

The surname Bertetto originated in Northern Italy, specifically in the Piedmont region, during the Middle Ages. It is believed to have derived from the Italian word "berto," meaning "bright" or "shining," and the diminutive suffix "-etto," indicating a smaller or younger version of the original word. This combination suggests that the name may have initially been used as a nickname or a descriptive term for someone with a bright or radiant appearance.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the Bertetto surname can be found in a document from the 14th century, which refers to a certain Guglielmo Bertetto, a landowner in the town of Asti. This document provides evidence of the surname's existence during this period and its connection to the local area.

In the late 15th century, historical records indicate the presence of a family named Bertetto in the town of Bra, located in the province of Cuneo. This family was known for their involvement in the local wine trade and owned several vineyards in the surrounding area. One notable member was Giovanni Bertetto (1467-1532), who was a respected wine merchant and served as a member of the town council.

During the 16th century, the Bertetto surname also appeared in the city of Turin, where a branch of the family had settled. One of the most prominent individuals from this era was Francesco Bertetto (1521-1592), a skilled architect who contributed to the design and construction of several churches and public buildings in Turin.

In the 18th century, a document from the archives of the Savoy dynasty mentions a certain Giovanna Bertetto (1702-1778), who served as a lady-in-waiting to Princess Maria Gabriella of Savoy. This reference highlights the presence of the Bertetto surname among the nobility of the time.

Another notable figure was Carlo Bertetto (1823-1892), a 19th-century Italian painter known for his landscapes and genre scenes depicting rural life in Piedmont. His works are currently held in several museums and private collections across Italy.

Throughout its history, the Bertetto surname has maintained a strong presence in the Piedmont region of Northern Italy, although it has also spread to other parts of the country and beyond due to migration patterns. While the name may have evolved in spelling or pronunciation over time, its origins can be traced back to the Middle Ages and its connection to the Italian word "berto" and the diminutive suffix "-etto."

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Bertetto

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

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

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