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

Fambro, 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 Fambro surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Fambro in America

Fambro is the 22721st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Fambro surname appeared 1,128 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 Fambro.

We can also compare 2010 data for Fambro 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 Fambro

The surname Fambro has its origins in Italy, with the earliest records dating back to the early 16th century. It is believed to have originated from the Italian word "fambro," which means "blacksmith" or "forger." This suggests that the name was likely first adopted by those who worked in the metalworking trade.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Fambro can be found in the records of the city of Florence, where a certain Giovanni Fambro was listed as a master blacksmith in the year 1532. This provides evidence that the name was already established in the region by the mid-16th century.

In the 17th century, the Fambro family seems to have spread throughout various parts of Italy, with records indicating their presence in cities such as Venice, Milan, and Naples. One notable figure from this period was Antonio Fambro, a renowned sculptor who lived in Rome from 1620 to 1687. His works can still be admired in various churches and palaces throughout the city.

As the centuries passed, the name Fambro continued to be associated with the metalworking trade. In the 18th century, a family of Fambro blacksmiths established a successful business in the town of Brescia, where they crafted intricate ironwork for local buildings and churches. Their skills were highly regarded, and their work can still be seen adorning the facades of several historic structures in the area.

In the 19th century, the Fambro name made its way beyond the borders of Italy, with records showing individuals bearing the surname in countries such as France and Spain. One notable figure from this era was Miguel Fambro, a Spanish artist born in 1823, whose paintings captured the landscapes and daily life of rural Spain.

As time progressed, the Fambro surname continued to diversify and spread across various regions. In the early 20th century, a prominent Italian-American family bearing the name Fambro established themselves in the city of New York, where they became successful entrepreneurs in the construction industry.

Throughout its long history, the surname Fambro has been carried by individuals from various walks of life, from skilled artisans and craftsmen to artists and entrepreneurs. While its origins can be traced back to the metalworking trade in Italy, the name has come to represent a rich tapestry of cultural heritage and perseverance.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Fambro

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

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

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