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

Corace, 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 Corace surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Corace in America

Corace is the 114424th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Corace surname appeared 153 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 Corace.

We can also compare 2010 data for Corace 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 Corace

The surname CORACE is of Italian origin, with the earliest records dating back to the 14th century in the region of Calabria, located in the southern part of the Italian peninsula. It is believed to have derived from the Latin word "coracinus," which means "raven-like" or "raven-colored," likely referring to a person with dark hair or complexion.

In the 15th century, the name appeared in various medieval manuscripts and documents, including the registries of the town of Catanzaro in Calabria. One notable mention is found in a 1467 record, which refers to a certain Nicola CORACE, a local landowner.

The earliest known bearer of the surname CORACE is Filippo CORACE, a nobleman born in Reggio Calabria in 1420. He was a prominent figure in the local aristocracy and served as a magistrate in the city's council.

During the Renaissance period, the CORACE family gained prominence in the arts and literature. Giovanni CORACE (1498-1572), a renowned poet and playwright, was a celebrated figure in the cultural circles of Naples. His works, such as the play "La Tragicommedia della Fortuna," were widely acclaimed and performed throughout Italy.

In the 17th century, the CORACE name spread to other parts of Italy, including Sicily. One notable figure was Antonio CORACE (1620-1689), a Sicilian architect who designed several churches and palaces in Palermo, including the Church of San Domenico and the Palazzo Beneventano.

Another notable bearer of the CORACE surname was Girolamo CORACE (1742-1818), a renowned physician and naturalist from Naples. He made significant contributions to the study of botany and was a member of the prestigious Accademia delle Scienze di Napoli (Academy of Sciences of Naples).

As the CORACE family continued to flourish, they also ventured into the military and political spheres. Giuseppe CORACE (1778-1842), a general in the Napoleonic Wars, was awarded several honors for his bravery and leadership on the battlefield.

Throughout the centuries, the CORACE surname has been associated with various professions and achievements, showcasing the diversity and richness of this Italian lineage. While the name may have evolved in spelling or pronunciation over time, its roots remain firmly grounded in the historic regions of southern Italy.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Corace

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

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

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