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

Frugoli, 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 Frugoli surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Frugoli in America

Frugoli is the 89403rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Frugoli surname appeared 207 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 Frugoli.

We can also compare 2010 data for Frugoli 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 Frugoli

The surname Frugoli originated in Italy during the Middle Ages. It is believed to have derived from the Latin word "frugalis," meaning "frugal" or "temperate." This suggests that the name may have initially referred to someone who lived a simple, modest lifestyle.

The earliest recorded instances of the Frugoli name can be traced back to the 13th century in the region of Tuscany, particularly in the areas around the cities of Pisa and Lucca. Some variations in spelling include Frugoli, Frugholi, and Frugali.

In the 14th century, a notable figure named Giovanni Frugoli was mentioned in historical records as a prominent merchant and banker in the city of Florence. His success in business likely contributed to the name's association with frugality and financial prudence.

Another early reference to the Frugoli name can be found in a 15th-century manuscript from the Benedictine monastery in Siena, where a monk named Frate Frugoli was recorded as a respected scholar and scribe.

During the Renaissance period, the Frugoli family gained prominence in the arts and literature. One notable figure was Antonio Frugoli (1453-1528), a renowned painter and frescoist from the town of San Gimignano. His works can still be admired in churches and palaces throughout Tuscany.

In the 17th century, the Frugoli name appeared in the records of the University of Bologna, where a professor named Girolamo Frugoli (1612-1678) taught philosophy and was renowned for his academic contributions.

Another notable figure was the 18th-century poet and playwright, Luigi Frugoli (1722-1788), who was celebrated for his satirical works and contributions to Italian literature. His plays were performed in theaters across Italy and gained widespread recognition.

The 19th century saw the emergence of Emilio Frugoli (1845-1912), a prominent Italian politician and statesman who served as a deputy in the Italian parliament and worked towards the unification of Italy.

Throughout its history, the Frugoli surname has maintained a strong presence in various regions of Italy, particularly in Tuscany, Emilia-Romagna, and Liguria. While the name may have evolved from its original connotation of frugality, it has become a distinguished Italian surname with a rich cultural heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Frugoli

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

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

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