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

Devencenzi, 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 Devencenzi surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Devencenzi in America

Devencenzi is the 123064th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Devencenzi surname appeared 140 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 Devencenzi.

We can also compare 2010 data for Devencenzi 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 Devencenzi

The surname DEVENCENZI is of Italian origin, specifically from the region of Veneto in northern Italy. It is believed to have emerged during the late Middle Ages, around the 13th or 14th century. The name is derived from the Italian phrase "de Venezia," which translates to "from Venice," suggesting that the earliest bearers of this surname hailed from the famous city of Venice or its surrounding areas.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the DEVENCENZI name can be found in a document from the Venetian Republic dated 1376, which mentions a certain Nicolo DEVENCENZI, a merchant engaged in trade with the Byzantine Empire. This historical reference underscores the mercantile roots of many Venetian families during the prosperous era of the maritime republic.

In the 15th century, records show a family of DEVENCENZI residing in the town of Verona, where they held prominent positions within the local nobility. Notably, Girolamo DEVENCENZI (1470-1538) was a distinguished lawyer and jurist who served as a judge in the Venetian court system.

Moving into the 16th century, the DEVENCENZI surname gained further prominence with the rise of Antonio DEVENCENZI (1501-1567), a renowned architect and sculptor from Venice. His most celebrated work is the exquisite marble facade of the Scuola Grande di San Rocco, a masterpiece of Renaissance art and architecture in Venice.

During the 17th century, the DEVENCENZI family continued to establish itself in various parts of Italy. One notable figure was Tommaso DEVENCENZI (1623-1693), a Jesuit priest and theologian who authored several influential theological treatises on moral philosophy and natural law.

As the centuries progressed, the DEVENCENZI name spread beyond Italy's borders, with descendants settling in various parts of Europe and the Americas. One prominent individual was Juan DEVENCENZI (1788-1864), a Spanish military officer who served under Napoleon and later became a respected strategist and author on military tactics.

In more recent times, the DEVENCENZI surname has been associated with several accomplished individuals, such as Antonio DEVENCENZI (1913-2002), an Italian politician and diplomat who served as Italy's ambassador to the United Nations, and Maria DEVENCENZI (1921-2009), a celebrated Italian opera singer and vocal teacher.

While the DEVENCENZI name may have originated from the city of Venice, its legacy has transcended geographical boundaries, leaving an indelible mark on various fields, from art and architecture to law, religion, and diplomacy. This rich history serves as a testament to the enduring influence of this Italian surname and the remarkable individuals who have carried it throughout the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Devencenzi

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

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

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