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

Fonzo, 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 Fonzo surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Fonzo in America

Fonzo is the 92719th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Fonzo surname appeared 198 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 Fonzo.

We can also compare 2010 data for Fonzo 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 Fonzo

The surname Fonzo originated in Italy, with roots that can be traced back to the 14th century. It is believed to have derived from the Italian word "fonzo," which means "deep" or "profound." This suggests that the name may have originally been a descriptive surname, given to someone who was particularly deep-thinking or philosophical.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Fonzo surname can be found in the historic records of Florence, where a certain Giovanni Fonzo was documented as a merchant in the year 1387. These records provide valuable insight into the surname's early usage and geographic origins.

In the 16th century, the Fonzo name appeared in various legal documents and property records in the regions of Tuscany and Umbria. This indicates that the surname had spread beyond its initial territory and was becoming more widespread throughout central Italy.

During the Renaissance period, a notable figure bearing the Fonzo surname was Francesco Fonzo, a renowned painter and fresco artist who lived from 1501 to 1578. His works can still be admired in several churches and palaces across Italy, serving as a testament to the artistic legacy associated with this name.

In the 18th century, a branch of the Fonzo family migrated to the island of Sicily, where they established themselves as landowners and winemakers. One prominent member of this lineage was Vincenzo Fonzo, who was born in 1725 and was known for his exceptional vineyards and the quality of his wines.

Another significant figure in the history of the Fonzo surname was Giovanna Fonzo, a pioneering educator who lived from 1810 to 1892. She founded one of the first schools for girls in Naples, challenging societal norms and advocating for equal educational opportunities for women.

As the centuries passed, the Fonzo surname continued to spread throughout various regions of Italy, with families bearing this name contributing to diverse fields, including art, literature, and commerce. Despite its relatively uncommon nature, the Fonzo surname has left an indelible mark on Italian history and culture.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Fonzo

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

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

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