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

Flippo, 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 Flippo surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Flippo in America

Flippo is the 13933rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Flippo surname appeared 2,167 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 Flippo.

We can also compare 2010 data for Flippo 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 Flippo

The surname Flippo originates from Italy, with roots dating back to the 13th century. It is believed to have emerged in the regions of Tuscany and Umbria, where it may have derived from the Italian word "filipo," meaning "lover of horses." Alternatively, some scholars suggest it could be a variation of the Greek name Philippos, signifying "lover of horses."

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Flippo surname is found in a historical document from the city of Perugia, dated 1278. This document mentions a merchant named Girolamo Flippo, indicating the name's presence in the region during that time.

In the 14th century, the name appeared in several municipal records in Florence, suggesting the surname had gained prominence in Tuscany as well. These records include mentions of a landowner named Francesco Flippo in 1342 and a textile merchant named Lorenzo Flippo in 1387.

The Flippo surname is also found in the renowned Catasto Florentino, a comprehensive tax record compiled in 1427 for the city of Florence. This document lists several Flippo families, providing insight into the surname's prevalence and distribution within the city during the Renaissance era.

One notable individual bearing the Flippo surname was Giovanni Battista Flippo (1520-1592), a renowned painter and architect from Perugia. His works include frescoes in several churches and the design of the Palazzo dei Priori in his hometown.

Another notable figure was Antonio Flippo (1645-1718), a Venetian scholar and philosopher who authored several treatises on ethics and natural philosophy. His works were influential during the Age of Enlightenment.

In the 19th century, Giuseppe Flippo (1812-1878) gained recognition as a prominent educator and linguist from Naples. He authored several textbooks on Italian grammar and literature, which were widely used in schools throughout Italy.

The Flippo surname has also been associated with various place names and variations over time. For instance, the town of Filippo Agro in Sicily may have derived its name from an early settler with the Flippo surname. Additionally, variations such as Filippi, Filipponi, and Filippini were commonly found in different regions of Italy.

Throughout history, the Flippo surname has been carried by individuals from diverse backgrounds, including artisans, scholars, and merchants. While the name's exact origins remain debated, its presence in historical records and its association with notable figures highlight its enduring legacy within Italian culture and history.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Flippo

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

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

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