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

Fiorentino, 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 Fiorentino surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Fiorentino in America

Fiorentino is the 8999th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Fiorentino surname appeared 3,635 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 Fiorentino.

We can also compare 2010 data for Fiorentino 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 Fiorentino

The surname Fiorentino has its roots in Italy, specifically in the region of Tuscany. It dates back to the Renaissance period, around the 14th to 16th centuries. The name is derived from the Italian word "fiorentino," which means "from Florence" or "of Florentine origin." This connection suggests that the earliest bearers of this surname were either natives of Florence or had strong ties to the city.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname Fiorentino can be found in the "Libro della Tancia," a 14th-century literary work by Florentine writer Giovanni Sercambi. In this work, the name "Fiorentino" appears as a character, indicating its existence during that time. Additionally, the surname is mentioned in various historical records and documents from the Renaissance period in Florence and the surrounding areas.

During the 15th century, a notable figure named Pietro Fiorentino (born around 1430) gained recognition as a skilled sculptor and architect. His works can still be admired in various churches and buildings throughout Florence, showcasing the artistic legacy associated with this surname. Another prominent individual was Galeazzo Fiorentino (1454-1514), a renowned philosopher and jurist who taught at the University of Bologna and wrote extensively on legal and philosophical matters.

In the 16th century, the name Fiorentino continued to appear in historical records, particularly in connection with the influential Medici family, who ruled Florence during the Renaissance. One example is Filippo Fiorentino (1509-1566), a Florentine artist and sculptor who worked for the Medici court and contributed to the decoration of various churches and palaces in the city.

Moving into the 17th century, the surname Fiorentino spread beyond the borders of Italy. In Spain, a notable figure was Jerónimo Fiorentino (1580-1648), a Jesuit missionary and linguist who worked extensively with indigenous communities in South America, contributing to the preservation of their languages and cultures.

Over the centuries, the surname Fiorentino has maintained its strong ties to Florence and the Tuscany region, reflecting the rich cultural and artistic heritage associated with this Italian city. While the name may have evolved slightly in spelling or usage, its roots remain firmly grounded in the vibrant Renaissance era when Florence was a center of intellectual, artistic, and cultural renaissance.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Fiorentino

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

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

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