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

Campolong, 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 Campolong surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Campolong in America

Campolong is the 158432nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Campolong surname appeared 102 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 Campolong.

We can also compare 2010 data for Campolong 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 Campolong

The surname CAMPOLONG is of Italian origin, originating from the northern region of Veneto during the medieval period. It is believed to be derived from the Italian words "campo" meaning field or countryside, and "lungo" meaning long, suggesting an association with a long or extended field or agricultural area.

One of the earliest records of the CAMPOLONG surname can be found in the Venetian archives, dating back to the 13th century. A document from 1276 mentions a landowner named Giovanni CAMPOLONG, who owned extensive farmlands in the vicinity of Treviso.

In the 14th century, the name appears in the historical records of the Republic of Venice, where a prominent figure named Marco CAMPOLONG served as a diplomat and ambassador to neighboring city-states. He is known for his role in negotiating trade agreements and fostering economic ties between Venice and its allies.

During the Renaissance period, the CAMPOLONG family gained prominence in the arts and literature. Antonio CAMPOLONG (1460-1525), a renowned poet and playwright from Verona, was celebrated for his works that depicted the rural life and landscapes of the Veneto region.

In the 18th century, the CAMPOLONG name was associated with the Catholic Church. Cardinal Francesco CAMPOLONG (1710-1782), born in Padua, was a highly influential figure within the Vatican and played a significant role in shaping the Church's policies during his tenure.

Another notable figure was the explorer and adventurer, Giacomo CAMPOLONG (1785-1849), who embarked on expeditions to the Americas and documented his travels in a series of influential journals. His writings provided valuable insights into the indigenous cultures and natural landscapes of the regions he explored.

Over the centuries, the CAMPOLONG surname has spread beyond its Italian roots, with descendants establishing themselves in various parts of Europe and the Americas. While the name may have evolved and adapted to different cultural contexts, its origins remain firmly rooted in the rich agricultural heritage of the Veneto region.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Campolong

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

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

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