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

Cardente, 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 Cardente surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Cardente in America

Cardente is the 111988th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Cardente surname appeared 157 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 Cardente.

We can also compare 2010 data for Cardente 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 Cardente

The surname Cardente is of Italian origin and is believed to have originated in the northern regions of Italy, particularly in the areas surrounding the cities of Milan and Bergamo. The name is derived from the Italian word "cardente," which means "glowing" or "burning." This suggests that the name may have been initially given as a descriptive surname to someone who worked with fire or had a fiery temperament.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Cardente surname can be found in the 14th century, when a person named Giovanni Cardente was mentioned in a legal document from the city of Bergamo in 1376. This document provides evidence of the name's existence during the late medieval period in northern Italy.

In the 15th century, the Cardente family appears to have been established in the town of Gromo, located in the Val Seriana region of Bergamo province. Historical records from this time mention a man named Pietro Cardente, who was a prominent citizen and landowner in Gromo.

During the Renaissance period, a notable individual with the Cardente surname was Girolamo Cardente (1520-1576), a renowned painter and architect from Milan. His works can still be seen in various churches and palaces in and around the city of Milan.

In the 18th century, a branch of the Cardente family settled in the town of Selvino, near Bergamo. Here, they became influential landowners and merchants. One prominent member was Alessandro Cardente (1742-1821), who served as the mayor of Selvino for several years.

Another notable figure was Vincenzo Cardente (1856-1932), an Italian politician and lawyer from Milan. He was a member of the Italian Parliament and played a significant role in drafting legislation related to labor rights and social welfare policies.

While the Cardente surname is relatively uncommon outside of Italy, it has been carried by individuals who have made notable contributions in various fields throughout history. The name's origins and historical references provide insights into the rich cultural heritage and traditions of northern Italy.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Cardente

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

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

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