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

Fabricante, 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 Fabricante surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Fabricante in America

Fabricante is the 139228th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Fabricante surname appeared 120 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 Fabricante.

We can also compare 2010 data for Fabricante 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 Fabricante

The surname "FABRICANTE" is of Italian origin, deriving from the Italian word "fabbricante" which translates to "manufacturer" or "maker." This occupational surname dates back to the medieval period in Italy when it was used to refer to individuals involved in various manufacturing trades and artisanal professions.

The earliest recorded instances of the surname can be traced back to the 14th century in regions such as Tuscany, Lombardy, and Veneto, where various craft guilds and manufacturing industries flourished. The name was likely adopted by individuals who were skilled in crafting and producing goods, such as textiles, metalwork, or pottery.

One of the earliest known bearers of the surname was Giovanni Fabricante, a renowned glassblower from the island of Murano, near Venice, who lived in the late 15th century. His exceptional skills in creating intricate glass artworks earned him recognition throughout Italy and beyond.

In the 16th century, the Fabricante family from Florence gained prominence as successful silk merchants and manufacturers. Notably, Pier Francesco Fabricante (1498-1572) was a prominent figure in the city's silk trade and served as a magistrate in the Silk Guild.

During the Renaissance period, the Fabricante surname also appeared in various historical records and manuscripts, often associated with skilled artisans and craftsmen. For example, in the archives of the city of Siena, there are mentions of several Fabricante families involved in the production of high-quality ceramics and terracotta.

Another notable figure was Antonio Fabricante (1567-1632), a skilled architect and engineer from Milan, who was commissioned to design and construct several notable buildings and fortifications throughout northern Italy.

In the 18th century, the Fabricante family from Naples gained recognition for their expertise in the production of fine porcelain and ceramics. Giuseppe Fabricante (1720-1793) was a renowned ceramist whose works were highly sought after by the nobility and aristocracy of the time.

Throughout the centuries, the surname "FABRICANTE" has been carried by individuals from various regions of Italy, reflecting the country's rich heritage in manufacturing and craftsmanship. While the name may have evolved in spelling and pronunciation across different regions, its connection to the world of artisanal production and skilled labor remains a defining characteristic.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Fabricante

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

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

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