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

Finazzo, 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 Finazzo surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Finazzo in America

Finazzo is the 27756th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Finazzo surname appeared 866 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 Finazzo.

We can also compare 2010 data for Finazzo 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 Finazzo

The surname Finazzo originated in Italy, specifically in the regions of Sicily and Calabria, during the Middle Ages. It is believed to be derived from the Latin word "finis," meaning "end" or "border," suggesting that the name may have been given to someone living near a border or boundary.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Finazzo can be found in a document from the 12th century, where it appears as "Finazzi." This spelling variation suggests that the name may have been influenced by the Italian word "finanza," meaning "finance" or "wealth."

During the 13th century, the name Finazzo began appearing in various historical records and manuscripts, including municipal records and church registries. One notable example is the mention of a Giovanni Finazzo in a land deed from the year 1274 in the town of Messina, Sicily.

In the 14th century, the name Finazzo gained prominence with the birth of Nicolò Finazzo (1330-1392), a renowned Sicilian jurist and legal scholar. His works on Roman law and jurisprudence were widely studied and influential during the Renaissance period.

Another notable figure bearing the Finazzo surname was Vincenzo Finazzo (1495-1563), a Calabrian painter and architect who contributed significantly to the development of the Renaissance style in Southern Italy. His frescoes and architectural designs can still be found in various churches and palaces throughout the region.

During the 16th century, the name Finazzo also appeared in the Venetian Republic, where a family of merchants and bankers bearing this surname played a significant role in the city's trade and finance. One such individual was Antonio Finazzo (1525-1597), a successful merchant and banker who financed several maritime expeditions and trade ventures.

In the 17th century, the Finazzo family established themselves in Naples, where they held prominent positions in the city's administration and judiciary. One notable figure from this era was Girolamo Finazzo (1610-1678), a lawyer and judge who served as a magistrate in the Royal Court of Naples.

As the name Finazzo spread throughout Italy, it also found its way into other parts of Europe, particularly in areas with strong Italian influences. For instance, in the 18th century, a branch of the Finazzo family settled in Marseille, France, where they became successful merchants and traders.

Overall, the surname Finazzo has a rich history that spans centuries and can be traced back to its origins in Southern Italy. Throughout the ages, individuals bearing this name have made significant contributions in various fields, including law, art, architecture, and commerce.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Finazzo

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

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

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