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

Carnazza, 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 Carnazza surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Carnazza in America

Carnazza is the 159712th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Carnazza surname appeared 101 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 Carnazza.

We can also compare 2010 data for Carnazza 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 Carnazza

The surname CARNAZZA originated in Italy, specifically in the region of Sicily. Its roots can be traced back to the medieval era, around the 11th or 12th century. The name is believed to have derived from the Arabic words "qarn" meaning "horn" and "azza" which translates to "strong" or "powerful." This suggests that the name may have been associated with strength, power, or even a physical characteristic resembling a horn.

One of the earliest known records of the CARNAZZA name can be found in a Sicilian manuscript from the 13th century, where it was spelled as "Carnazza." This spelling remained consistent throughout the centuries, with minor variations occurring in different regions of Sicily.

The CARNAZZA surname was particularly prominent in the towns of Palermo and Monreale, where several families bearing this name were documented in historical records. One notable individual was Pietro CARNAZZA, a renowned sculptor and architect from Palermo who lived in the late 15th century. He was responsible for designing and constructing several churches and public buildings in the city.

Another significant figure was Vincenzo CARNAZZA, born in Monreale in 1638. He was a celebrated philosopher and theologian who authored several influential works on metaphysics and natural philosophy. His writings were widely studied and discussed in academic circles across Europe during the 17th and 18th centuries.

In the 19th century, the CARNAZZA name gained further prominence with the birth of Gabriele CARNAZZA (1825-1900), a prominent Sicilian politician and statesman. He served as a member of the Italian parliament and was actively involved in the unification movement that led to the formation of the Kingdom of Italy.

The CARNAZZA surname was also associated with several noble families in Sicily, such as the Barons of CARNAZZA, who held significant land and influence in the region during the Middle Ages. Their ancestral home, the Castle of CARNAZZA, still stands in the town of Monreale as a testament to their historical importance.

Another noteworthy individual was Antonio CARNAZZA (1901-1980), a renowned Sicilian painter and sculptor. His works were widely exhibited across Italy and garnered critical acclaim for their unique style and artistic expression.

While the CARNAZZA surname has its roots firmly planted in Sicily, over time it has spread to other parts of Italy and even beyond, carried by families who migrated in search of new opportunities. However, its historical significance and connection to the Sicilian heritage remain deeply ingrained in its origins and legacy.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Carnazza

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

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

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