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

Bolio, 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 Bolio surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Bolio in America

Bolio is the 44193rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Bolio surname appeared 487 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 Bolio.

We can also compare 2010 data for Bolio 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 Bolio

The surname Bolio is believed to have originated in Italy, specifically in the region of Tuscany, during the 12th century. It is thought to have derived from the Italian word "bolla," which means "bubble" or "blister," potentially referring to a physical characteristic or occupation of the family's earliest bearers.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Bolio can be found in the archives of the city of Florence, where a certain Giovanni Bolio is mentioned as a merchant in the year 1284. This suggests that the name had already been established in the region by that time.

In the 14th century, the name appears in several historical documents related to the city of Siena. For instance, a Francesco Bolio is recorded as a member of the local guild of tailors in 1352, indicating that the family had spread to different areas of Tuscany and was involved in various trades.

The name Bolio can also be found in some places outside of Italy, likely due to migration patterns. In the 16th century, a Spanish nobleman named Juan Bolio is mentioned in records from the court of King Philip II, suggesting that the name had made its way to Spain by that time.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who have carried the surname Bolio. One of the most prominent figures was Giovanni Bolio (1520-1589), a renowned Renaissance architect from Florence who designed several churches and palaces in the city.

Another notable Bolio was Lucrezia Bolio (1638-1707), an Italian painter from Siena who specialized in religious works and was commissioned by several churches and noble families.

In the 19th century, a prominent figure was Alessandro Bolio (1812-1887), an Italian politician and journalist who served as a member of the Parliament of the Kingdom of Italy and played a role in the country's unification.

The name Bolio has also been associated with the field of science. Francesco Bolio (1876-1942) was an Italian physicist and inventor who made significant contributions to the development of early radio technology.

Lastly, a more recent figure was Giulia Bolio (1924-2008), an Italian actress and singer who appeared in numerous films and stage productions throughout the mid-20th century.

While the surname Bolio may not be as widespread as some others, its rich history and connections to various fields and regions showcase its enduring presence throughout the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Bolio

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

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

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