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

Ferrero, 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 Ferrero surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ferrero in America

Ferrero is the 14755th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ferrero surname appeared 2,013 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 1 people would have the surname Ferrero.

We can also compare 2010 data for Ferrero 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 Ferrero

The surname Ferrero originated in Italy, derived from the Italian word "ferrero," meaning "blacksmith" or "ironworker." This occupational surname dates back to the Middle Ages, when it was given to those who worked with iron, a highly prized and respected profession at the time.

The earliest recorded instances of the surname Ferrero can be traced back to the 13th century in the regions of Piedmont and Liguria, located in northwestern Italy. These areas were known for their thriving metalworking industries, which likely contributed to the widespread adoption of the surname among local families.

One of the earliest known bearers of the Ferrero surname was Giovanni Ferrero, a skilled blacksmith who lived in the town of Asti, Piedmont, in the late 13th century. His work was highly regarded, and he was commissioned to craft intricate ironwork for local churches and noble residences.

In the 14th century, the surname Ferrero appeared in various medieval records, such as tax rolls and property deeds, throughout the regions of Piedmont and Liguria. It was also found in the famous Florentine Codices, which documented the city's prominent families and their coats of arms.

During the Renaissance, the Ferrero family gained prominence in the city of Genoa, where they were known for their expertise in metalworking and their involvement in the local guild system. One notable figure was Antonio Ferrero, a master blacksmith born in 1492, who crafted ornamental ironwork for the city's grand palaces and churches.

In the 17th century, the Ferrero surname spread beyond Italy, with members of the family emigrating to other parts of Europe and the Americas. One such individual was Juan Ferrero, a Spanish explorer who accompanied Christopher Columbus on his second voyage to the New World in 1493.

Another prominent figure was Giambattista Ferrero, an Italian philosopher and theologian born in 1601. He authored several influential works on moral philosophy and was a respected figure in the intellectual circles of his time.

Throughout the centuries, the Ferrero surname has been carried by numerous individuals who have made significant contributions in various fields, including the arts, sciences, and business. One of the most well-known bearers of the name is the Ferrero family, founders of the famous Italian confectionery company that bears their name, which was established in the late 19th century.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ferrero

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

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

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