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

DeMino, 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 DeMino surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of DeMino in America

DeMino is the 108734th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The DeMino surname appeared 163 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 DeMino.

We can also compare 2010 data for DeMino 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 DeMino

The surname DEMINO is of Italian origin, with its roots traced back to the 14th century. It is believed to have originated in the region of Lombardy, particularly in the city of Milan. The name is derived from the Latin word "deminus," meaning "lord" or "master," indicating that the original bearers of this surname may have held a position of authority or were landowners.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the DEMINO surname can be found in the census records of Milan from the year 1379. These records mention a certain Gianni DEMINO, who was a respected merchant and landowner in the city. It is likely that his descendants adopted the surname DEMINO, which later spread to other parts of Italy and beyond.

In the 15th century, the DEMINO family gained prominence in the region of Veneto, where they were known for their involvement in the silk trade. Antonio DEMINO (1428-1498) was a prominent silk merchant who established a successful business in Venice, contributing to the city's reputation as a center of textile production.

During the Renaissance period, the DEMINO surname was associated with several notable figures in the arts and literature. Pietro DEMINO (1501-1572) was a renowned painter from Florence, known for his religious works and frescoes adorning churches across Italy. His contemporary, Giovanni DEMINO (1515-1588), was a celebrated poet and playwright who authored several comedies that were popular in the courts of Northern Italy.

In the 17th century, the DEMINO family expanded their influence to other parts of Europe. Marcantonio DEMINO (1625-1698) was a respected diplomat who served as an ambassador for the Republic of Venice in various European courts, including those of France and Spain.

The 19th century saw the rise of a prominent DEMINO family in the field of music. Guglielmo DEMINO (1812-1890) was a renowned composer and conductor who gained recognition for his operas and orchestral works. His son, Enrico DEMINO (1841-1918), followed in his footsteps and became a celebrated pianist and music teacher, influencing generations of musicians across Europe.

Throughout its history, the DEMINO surname has been associated with individuals from various walks of life, including merchants, artists, diplomats, and musicians, reflecting the diverse backgrounds and accomplishments of those who have carried this name.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name DeMino

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

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

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