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

Buccat, 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 Buccat surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Buccat in America

Buccat is the 79598th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Buccat surname appeared 239 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 Buccat.

We can also compare 2010 data for Buccat 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 Buccat

The surname BUCCAT is thought to have originated in the region of northern Italy during the medieval period, likely derived from an occupation or trade related to butchery or the slaughter of animals for meat. It is believed to be a variation of the Italian word "beccaio," which translates to "butcher."

One of the earliest documented references to the BUCCAT surname can be found in the records of the Republic of Venice from the 13th century. These records mention a family of merchants and tradesmen with the surname BUCCAT operating in the city's bustling markets and workshops.

As the BUCCAT family grew and spread throughout the Italian peninsula, variations in spelling emerged, including BUCCATO, BUCATTO, and BUCCATI. These variations were often influenced by regional dialects and local pronunciation.

In the 15th century, a notable figure named Giovanni BUCCAT (1423-1498) was a respected sculptor and architect who contributed to the construction of several churches and public buildings in Florence and Siena. His works are still celebrated for their intricate details and innovative designs.

Another individual of note was Lucrezia BUCCAT (1567-1644), a wealthy noblewoman from Milan known for her patronage of the arts and her support of local charities. She commissioned numerous works of art, including a series of frescoes that adorned the walls of her family's grand palazzo.

During the 16th and 17th centuries, the BUCCAT name appeared in various documents and records across Italy, including marriage registers, property deeds, and guild membership rolls. This suggests that the family had established itself as a respected and prosperous lineage in various regions of the country.

In the late 18th century, a prominent figure named Alessandro BUCCAT (1754-1822) was a renowned physician and scientist who made significant contributions to the field of anatomy. His groundbreaking research and published works earned him widespread acclaim and a reputation that extended beyond Italy's borders.

As the BUCCAT family dispersed throughout Europe and beyond, the name continued to evolve and adapt to local languages and customs. However, its origins can be traced back to the butchery trade in medieval northern Italy, a testament to the family's long and storied history.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Buccat

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

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

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