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

DeVicente, 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 DeVicente surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of DeVicente in America

DeVicente is the 111988th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The DeVicente surname appeared 157 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 DeVicente.

We can also compare 2010 data for DeVicente 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 DeVicente

The surname DEVICENTE has its origins in Italy, dating back to the 15th century. It is believed to have derived from the Italian phrase "di Vicenza," which translates to "from Vicenza," a city located in the Veneto region of northeastern Italy. This suggests that the name may have initially been used to identify individuals who hailed from or had connections to the city of Vicenza.

Early records of the name can be found in various historical documents and manuscripts from the region, including parish records and local archives. One of the earliest recorded instances of the name appears in a 1467 census record from the city of Vicenza, where a family with the surname DEVICENTE is listed as residents.

During the Renaissance period, the DEVICENTE name gained prominence in the arts and literature. Notably, Giancarlo DEVICENTE (1522-1598) was a renowned Venetian painter and sculptor known for his intricate works depicting religious scenes and mythological subjects. His works can be found in various churches and museums throughout Italy.

In the 18th century, the DEVICENTE family expanded their influence beyond the Veneto region. Pietro DEVICENTE (1714-1783) was a prominent merchant and banker from Vicenza who established trade networks across Europe, contributing to the city's economic prosperity during that era.

The name DEVICENTE also has connections to the world of academia. Alessandro DEVICENTE (1856-1928) was a respected linguist and scholar from Vicenza who made significant contributions to the study of Italian dialects and their origins. His works continue to be referenced by linguists and historians alike.

Another notable figure is Francesca DEVICENTE (1901-1985), a pioneering Italian physicist who played a crucial role in the development of nuclear physics. Her groundbreaking research on radioactivity and nuclear reactions earned her international recognition and numerous accolades.

While the DEVICENTE name may have originated in Vicenza, its reach extended far beyond the borders of Italy. Historical records indicate that members of the DEVICENTE family immigrated to various parts of the world, carrying their surname and contributing to the cultural diversity of their new homelands.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name DeVicente

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

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

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