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

Elli, 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 Elli surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Elli in America

Elli is the 91221st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Elli surname appeared 202 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 Elli.

We can also compare 2010 data for Elli 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 Elli

The surname "ELLI" has its origins in Italy, specifically in the region of Tuscany. The name is believed to have emerged in the late medieval period, around the 13th or 14th century. It is derived from the Italian word "ello," which means "he" or "that one," and was likely used as a nickname or a distinguishing moniker for a particular individual.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the historical archives of Florence, where a certain "Gherardo Elli" is mentioned as a merchant in the year 1348. This suggests that the name was already in use during the time of the Black Death pandemic, which ravaged Europe in the mid-14th century.

The name "ELLI" is also closely tied to the town of Prato, located in the heart of Tuscany. In the 16th century, there are records of a family called "Elli" residing in this textile-producing town. It is possible that the name originated as a reference to a place name or a geographic location, as was common practice during that era.

In the 17th century, a notable figure bearing the surname "ELLI" was Francesco Elli, a Florentine artist and sculptor who lived from 1601 to 1686. His works can still be seen in various churches and galleries throughout Tuscany, showcasing the artistic talents associated with this surname.

Another prominent individual with the name "ELLI" was Giovanni Battista Elli, a Italian mathematician and astronomer who lived from 1690 to 1761. He made significant contributions to the field of celestial mechanics and was a member of the prestigious Accademia dei Lincei, an esteemed scientific academy in Rome.

In the 19th century, the name "ELLI" gained further recognition with the birth of Giuseppe Elli (1801-1875), an Italian politician and patriot who played a crucial role in the Italian unification movement. He served as a member of the Sardinian Parliament and was a staunch supporter of the Risorgimento, the movement that led to the creation of the Kingdom of Italy.

While the surname "ELLI" may not be as widespread as some other Italian names, it has a rich history that spans several centuries and encompasses individuals from various walks of life, including artists, scientists, and political figures. Its origins can be traced back to the heart of Tuscany, where it has left an indelible mark on the cultural and historical tapestry of the region.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Elli

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

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

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