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

Fiorica, 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 Fiorica surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Fiorica in America

Fiorica is the 107134th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Fiorica surname appeared 166 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 Fiorica.

We can also compare 2010 data for Fiorica 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 Fiorica

The surname FIORICA is believed to have originated in Italy, specifically in the regions of Sicily and Calabria, during the medieval period. It is derived from the Latin word "floricus," which means "flowery" or "blossoming." This suggests that the name may have been initially associated with individuals who lived near or worked with flowers or gardens.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname FIORICA can be found in the Sicilian town of Palermo, where a family by that name was documented in the 14th century. It is believed that this family may have been involved in the cultivation of flowers or the production of floral-based products, such as essential oils or perfumes.

In the 16th century, the FIORICA name appeared in several historical records from the town of Reggio Calabria, located in the southern region of Calabria. These records include mentions of a prominent family with the surname FIORICA, who were landowners and influential members of the local community.

Throughout the centuries, the FIORICA surname has undergone various spelling variations, including Fiorica, Fiorico, Fiorichio, and Fiorichia. These variations were often influenced by regional dialects and local pronunciations.

One notable figure with the surname FIORICA was Girolamo Fiorica (1515-1585), a renowned sculptor and architect from Palermo, Sicily. He was responsible for the design and construction of several churches and palaces in the city, including the Church of Santa Maria dello Spasimo.

Another prominent individual was Francesco Fiorica (1678-1747), a Sicilian philosopher and theologian who taught at the University of Palermo. He authored several works on metaphysics and ethics, and his writings were widely studied throughout Italy during his lifetime.

In the 18th century, a branch of the FIORICA family migrated from Calabria to Naples, where they established themselves as successful merchants and traders. One member of this family, Giuseppe Fiorica (1732-1798), became a respected banker and financier in the city.

During the 19th century, the FIORICA surname gained recognition in the field of literature. Antonio Fiorica (1823-1901), a poet and writer from Reggio Calabria, published several collections of poetry and prose that celebrated the cultural heritage and natural beauty of his homeland.

Another notable figure was Maria Fiorica (1864-1932), a Sicilian painter and artist who specialized in portraiture and landscape paintings. Her works were exhibited in galleries across Italy and gained critical acclaim for their vivid colors and attention to detail.

While the FIORICA surname has its roots in Italy, it has since spread to other parts of the world due to immigration and emigration. However, the name's origins and historical significance remain closely tied to the regions of Sicily and Calabria, where it first emerged and flourished.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Fiorica

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

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

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