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

Cicchetti, 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 Cicchetti surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Cicchetti in America

Cicchetti is the 28380th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Cicchetti surname appeared 841 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 Cicchetti.

We can also compare 2010 data for Cicchetti 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 Cicchetti

The surname Cicchetti is of Italian origin, with its roots traced back to the 14th century in the region of Veneto, particularly in the city of Venice. The name derives from the Venetian word "ciccheto," which refers to a small portion or a snack, often served in traditional Venetian bars called "bacari."

The earliest recorded instance of the name Cicchetti can be found in the archives of the Venetian Republic, where a certain Bartolomeo Cicchetti was mentioned as a merchant in 1387. This suggests that the name may have originated from a profession or trade related to the preparation or sale of these small snacks.

In the 15th century, the name appeared in the records of the Serenissima Repubblica di Venezia, where a family of artisans bearing the surname Cicchetti was documented. This family was renowned for their skill in crafting intricate glassware, a trade that was highly valued in Venice at the time.

During the Renaissance period, a notable figure named Giovanni Cicchetti (1452-1524) emerged as a prominent architect and engineer. He was responsible for designing several notable structures in Venice, including the iconic Rialto Bridge, which still stands as a testament to his architectural genius.

Another prominent individual with the surname Cicchetti was Marco Cicchetti (1679-1745), a celebrated composer and musician from Venice. His compositions, which included operas and instrumental works, were highly regarded and performed throughout Europe during the Baroque era.

In the 19th century, a family of Cicchetti winemakers from the Veneto region gained recognition for their exceptional vintages. Giacomo Cicchetti (1812-1887) was particularly renowned for his innovative winemaking techniques, and his wines were sought after by connoisseurs across Italy and beyond.

As the name Cicchetti spread beyond its Venetian origins, it maintained its association with the culinary and hospitality industries. Throughout history, various individuals bearing this surname have contributed to the rich cultural heritage of Italy, particularly in the fields of art, architecture, music, and gastronomy.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Cicchetti

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

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

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