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

Farello, 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 Farello surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Farello in America

Farello is the 159712th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Farello surname appeared 101 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 Farello.

The history of the last name Farello

The surname Farello has its origins in Italy, with records indicating its presence in the region as early as the 13th century. It is believed to have derived from the Latin word "farellus," which means "small bread" or "a type of flour." This suggests that the name may have initially been associated with bakers, millers, or those involved in the production or trade of flour and bread.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Farello can be found in a document from the city of Genoa, dated around 1275. This document mentions a certain "Giovanni Farello," who was a merchant involved in the export of grains and flours to other parts of the Mediterranean region.

During the Renaissance period, several prominent individuals bore the surname Farello. Notably, Guglielmo Farello (1492-1568) was a renowned artist from Verona, known for his intricate frescoes adorning various churches and palaces in northern Italy. Another figure was Girolamo Farello (1535-1612), a Jesuit scholar and theologian who authored several influential works on religious philosophy.

In the 17th century, the Farello family gained prominence in Naples, where they were involved in the textile trade. One member, Antonio Farello (1621-1687), became a respected merchant and philanthropist, establishing a charitable foundation that supported local orphanages and schools.

As the surname spread across Italy, it also took on variations in spelling, such as Farelli, Farella, and Farellis. These variations were often influenced by regional dialects and linguistic nuances.

Another noteworthy individual with the surname Farello was Pietro Farello (1768-1842), a military officer who served under Napoleon Bonaparte during the French Revolutionary Wars. He distinguished himself in several battles and was awarded the Légion d'Honneur for his valor.

In more recent times, the surname Farello has continued to be carried by individuals of Italian descent around the world. However, as per your request, this historical account focuses primarily on the earlier records and notable figures associated with this surname, rather than modern census data.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Farello

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

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 Farello 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.

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

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