2000
#142,819
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 107
First available Census row
Per 100,000 0.04
Very Rare Last name
Firetto
An Italian surname possibly derived from the word "ferro" meaning iron.
According to the 2020 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 126 Americans carry the last name Firetto. That puts it at #149,446 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 2,720,273 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Firetto surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, a multi-census history view, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
126
1 in 2,720,273
Census rank
#149,446
2020 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.0
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
110
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 110 bearers of the surname Firetto in its 2020 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 149446th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Firetto, the largest self-reported group is White at 99.1%. The next largest groups are Asian/Pacific Islander (0.9%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Firetto
The surname Firetto is believed to have originated in Italy, specifically in the regions of Veneto and Lombardy, during the late medieval period. Its roots can be traced back to the Italian word "ferro," which means "iron," suggesting that the name may have been associated with metalworkers or blacksmiths.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Firetto can be found in a document from the 14th century, where a certain Giacomo Firetto was mentioned as a resident of the city of Verona. This document provides evidence of the name's existence and usage during that time period.
In the 15th century, records indicate the presence of a family named Firetto in the town of Bergamo, located in the Lombardy region. This family was known for their involvement in the local metalworking industry, further reinforcing the connection between the name and the iron trade.
Interestingly, the name Firetto also appears in some historical records from the nearby region of Trentino-Alto Adige, where it was sometimes spelled as "Fireto" or "Firetti." These variations likely emerged due to regional dialects and the influence of local languages.
One notable individual bearing the surname Firetto was Antonio Firetto, a 16th-century artist and sculptor from Venice. His works can still be found in various churches and museums throughout the Veneto region, showcasing the artistic talents associated with this surname.
Another prominent figure was Girolamo Firetto, a 17th-century philosopher and theologian from Bergamo. He authored several influential works on ethics and morality, contributing to the intellectual discourse of his time.
In the 18th century, the Firetto family produced a renowned military leader, Francesco Firetto, who played a significant role in the Venetian Republic's campaigns against the Ottoman Empire. His strategic prowess and bravery earned him recognition and respect among his peers.
Moving into the 19th century, a notable figure was Luciana Firetto, a celebrated opera singer from Milan. Her powerful vocals and performances garnered praise throughout Italy and beyond, bringing further recognition to the Firetto name in the realm of arts and culture.
Lastly, in the early 20th century, a prominent architect named Giorgio Firetto left his mark on the city of Turin with his innovative designs and contributions to the city's architectural landscape.
While the surname Firetto may not be among the most widely known today, its rich history and legacy can be traced through various regions of Italy, spanning several centuries and encompassing diverse fields ranging from metalworking and art to philosophy, military, and architecture.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Firetto
Among Census respondents with the surname Firetto, the largest self-reported group is White at 99.1%. The next largest groups are Asian/Pacific Islander (0.9%).
The bar chart below shows how Firetto bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2020 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Percentages are shown for every Census year so the breakdown stays comparable over time. When the source file also includes raw headcounts, Name Census shows those alongside the percentages in the legend.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Firetto surname at the time of the 2020 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White99.1% · 109
- Asian and Pacific Islander0.9% · 1
Timeline
Historical Census data for Firetto
Firetto appears in 3 published Census surname files: 2000, 2010, 2020. The cards below show how the name's rank and bearer count changed across each release.
2010
#144,141
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 115
+8 bearers (+7.5%)
Per 100,000 0.04
Rank movement Down 1,322 places
2020
#149,446
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 110
-5 bearers (-4.3%)
Per 100,000 0.04
Rank movement Down 5,305 places
| Year | Rank | Count | Per 100K | Count change | Rank change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | #142,819 | 107 | 0.04 | First available Census row | First available Census row |
| 2010 | #144,141 | 115 | 0.04 | +8 bearers (+7.5%) | Down 1,322 places |
| 2020 | #149,446 | 110 | 0.04 | -5 bearers (-4.3%) | Down 5,305 places |
For 2020, the Census Bureau published race and Hispanic-origin columns as counts rather than percentages. Name Census converts those counts back into shares so the ancestry section stays comparable with the older surname files.
Year on year
2010 vs 2020 Census
How has the Firetto surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
20102020
| Metric | 2010 | 2020 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #144,141 | #149,446 | -3.7% |
| Count | 115 | 110 | -4.3% |
| Per 100K | 0.04 | 0.04 | -8.0% |
Between the 2010 and 2020 Census, the number of Firetto bearers went from 115 to 110 (-4.3% change). The surname moved down 5,305 positions in the national ranking, going from #144,141 to #149,446.
FAQ
Firetto surname: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. have the surname Firetto?
Name Census estimates that about 126 living Americans carry the surname Firetto. Using the current population baseline, that works out to roughly 1 in 2,720,273 residents.
How common is Firetto?
Firetto ranks #149,446 in the 2020 Census surname tables and is classified on this site as "Very Rare." The Census recorded the name at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, which is about 0 people out of every 100,000.
How many people with this surname were counted in the Census?
The raw 2020 Census file counted 110 people with the surname Firetto. That is different from the site's living-bearer estimate (126), which projects the surname's present-day count by applying the Census frequency rate to the current U.S. population.
What does 0.04 per 100,000 actually mean?
It is the Census Bureau's normalized frequency measure. A rate of 0.04 per 100,000 means that if you picked a random group of 100,000 U.S. residents, you would expect about 0 of them to have the surname Firetto.
Has Firetto become more or less common over time?
Between 2010 and 2020, the surname Firetto went from 115 recorded bearers to 110. That is a decrease of 5 (-4.3%). In the national ranking it fell from #144,141 to #149,446.
What does the Census say about the background of Firetto?
Among Census respondents with the surname Firetto, the largest self-reported group is White at 99.1%. The next largest groups are Asian/Pacific Islander (0.9%). These figures come from the 2020 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Which group reports this surname most often?
White is the largest self-reported group for the surname Firetto in the 2020 Census, accounting for 99.1% (109 people in the source table).
What is the full ancestry breakdown?
Firetto appears across multiple self-reported groups in the Census data. The largest shares in the 2020 file are White (99.1%), Asian/Pacific Islander (0.9%). For 2020, the source file also published raw headcounts for each group, which is why this page can show both percentages and counts in the ancestry section.
Is this page using the latest Census data?
Yes. This page is using the latest surname file currently loaded on Name Census, which is 2020. The historical section above also keeps any older Census surname entries we have for Firetto (2000, 2010, 2020).
Does the Census include every surname?
No. The Census Bureau only publishes surnames that appeared at least 100 times in a given decennial Census. That means very rare surnames are excluded entirely, and a surname can appear in one Census release but disappear from a later one if it falls below the reporting threshold.
Why don't the ancestry percentages always add up to exactly 100%?
There are two main reasons: rounding and suppression. The Census Bureau rounds published values, and it may suppress very small cells to protect privacy. For 2020, the Bureau also published raw group counts rather than direct percentages, so Name Census converts those counts back into shares for comparability across census years.
What does Firetto mean?
An Italian surname possibly derived from the word "ferro" meaning iron. The fuller origin note on this page goes into more detail.
Where does the surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These files list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2020 Census, along with a count, a per-100,000 rate, and a self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.
How does Name Census estimate living bearers?
For surnames, Name Census does not age cohorts the way it does for first names. Instead, it takes the Census Bureau's published frequency for Firetto (0.04 per 100,000) and applies that rate to the current U.S. resident population to estimate how many living Americans have the surname today.
How many people have the last name Firetto?
Find out how many people are called Firetto on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — a quick modern estimate with the living-bearer count front and centre.