Domenici
An Italian surname derived from the Latin name "Dominicus", meaning "belonging to the Lord".
According to the 2010 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 377 Americans carry the last name Domenici. That puts it at #59,603 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.11 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 909,163 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Domenici surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
377
1 in 909,163
Census rank
#59,603
2010 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.1
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
339
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 339 bearers of the surname Domenici in its 2010 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.11 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 59603rd position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Domenici, the largest self-reported group is White at 92.0%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (6.2%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Domenici
The surname Domenici has its origins in Italy, dating back to the medieval period. It is derived from the Italian word "domenico," which means "of the Lord" or "belonging to the Lord." The name likely has roots in the Christian faith and may have been initially bestowed upon individuals who were closely associated with the Church or religious orders.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Domenici can be found in the Florentine Codex, a 16th-century work that chronicles the history and culture of ancient Mexico. This suggests that individuals bearing this surname may have been present in the early colonial era of the Americas.
In Italy, the surname Domenici has been particularly prevalent in regions such as Tuscany, Umbria, and Lazio. It is believed to have originated in these areas and later spread to other parts of the country. The name has also been associated with certain place names, such as the town of Domenico in the province of Avellino, which may have influenced its spelling and usage.
Notable individuals with the surname Domenici include:
1. Pietro Domenici (1834-1901), an Italian painter known for his landscapes and genre scenes.
2. Domenico Domenici (1506-1592), an Italian architect and sculptor who worked on various projects in Rome during the Renaissance.
3. Gasparo Domenico Guerrasio Domenici (1679-1749), an Italian painter and etcher active in Naples during the Baroque period.
4. Pietro Carlo Domenici (1738-1806), an Italian architect and urban planner who designed several buildings in Rome.
5. Pietro Domenici (born 1932), an Italian politician who served as a member of the Italian Senate from 1968 to 2008.
Throughout its history, the surname Domenici has been subject to various spellings and variations, such as Domenico, Dominici, and Dominico, reflecting regional differences and linguistic evolutions. However, the core meaning and origin of the name have remained consistent, highlighting its deep-rooted connection to the Christian tradition and Italian heritage.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Domenici
Among Census respondents with the surname Domenici, the largest self-reported group is White at 92.0%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (6.2%).
The bar chart below shows how Domenici bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2010 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Domenici surname at the time of the 2010 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White92.0%
- Hispanic or Latino6.2%
- Unknown or suppressed1.8%
Year on year
2000 vs 2010 Census
How has the Domenici surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
| Metric | 2000 | 2010 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #62,577 | #59,603 | 4.8% |
| Count | 299 | 339 | 13.4% |
| Per 100K | 0.11 | 0.11 | 0.0% |
Between the 2000 and 2010 Census, the number of Domenici bearers went from 299 to 339 (+13.4% change). The surname moved up 2,974 positions in the national ranking, going from #62,577 to #59,603.
Notable bearers
Famous people with the surname Domenici
FAQ
Domenici surname: questions and answers
How common is the last name Domenici?
The surname Domenici holds position #59,603 in the US Census Bureau's surname ranking, with an estimated 377 living bearers. It occurs at a rate of 0.11 per 100,000 Americans.
What is the ethnic background of the Domenici surname?
Among Census respondents with the surname Domenici, the largest self-reported group is White at 92.0%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (6.2%). These figures come from the 2010 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Where does this surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These tables list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2010 Census, along with a frequency rate and self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.