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

Bregoli, 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 Bregoli surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Bregoli in America

Bregoli is the 126018th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Bregoli surname appeared 136 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 Bregoli.

We can also compare 2010 data for Bregoli 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 Bregoli

The surname Bregoli is believed to have originated in Italy, specifically in the northern regions of the country. It is thought to have derived from the Latin word "bregalis," which means "mountainous" or "hilly." This suggests that the name may have been associated with people who lived in or near mountainous areas.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Bregoli can be found in the historic records of the city of Genoa, dating back to the 13th century. These records mention a family with the surname Bregoli residing in the city during that time period.

In the 14th century, the Bregoli name appears in various documents and manuscripts from the regions of Piedmont and Lombardy. This indicates that the name had spread across northern Italy by that time.

During the Renaissance period, a notable individual with the surname Bregoli was Jacopo Bregoli, a renowned artist and sculptor who lived from 1458 to 1523. He was born in the town of Cremona and is best known for his intricate wood carvings and religious sculptures.

Another prominent figure with the Bregoli surname was Giovanni Bregoli, a Venetian merchant and trader who lived in the 16th century. He played a significant role in establishing trade routes between Venice and the Ottoman Empire, contributing to the city's economic prosperity during that era.

In the 18th century, a branch of the Bregoli family settled in the town of Breglio, located in the province of Sondrio, Lombardy. It is believed that the town's name may have been derived from the family's surname, suggesting a long-standing connection between the Bregoli name and the region.

One of the most notable Bregoli individuals in more recent history was Gian Domenico Bregoli, an Italian politician and lawyer who lived from 1856 to 1932. He served as a member of the Italian Parliament and was instrumental in drafting several important legal reforms during his tenure.

Another significant figure was Maria Bregoli, a celebrated opera singer who lived from 1892 to 1976. She performed in some of the most prestigious opera houses across Europe and was particularly renowned for her interpretations of the works of Giuseppe Verdi.

Throughout its history, the surname Bregoli has been associated with various professions, including artists, merchants, politicians, and legal professionals, reflecting the diverse backgrounds and contributions of those who have carried this name.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Bregoli

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

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

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