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

Gabrillo, 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 Gabrillo surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Gabrillo in America

Gabrillo is the 104156th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Gabrillo surname appeared 172 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 Gabrillo.

We can also compare 2010 data for Gabrillo 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 Gabrillo

The surname Gabrillo originated in Italy during the Renaissance period, specifically in the northern regions of Lombardy and Veneto. It is believed to be derived from the Latin name "Gabriel," which means "God is my strength" or "man of God." The name Gabriel was often given to children at birth, with the suffix "-llo" later being added to indicate a diminutive form or endearment.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the Gabrillo surname can be found in the archives of the city of Verona, dating back to the late 15th century. These records document a family of merchants and landowners bearing the name Gabrillo who played a significant role in the local economy.

In the 16th century, a notable figure with the surname Gabrillo was Giovanni Battista Gabrillo, a renowned artist and fresco painter born in Bergamo in 1522. His works can still be admired in several churches and palaces throughout northern Italy, showcasing his mastery of the Renaissance style.

Another prominent individual was Marcantonio Gabrillo, a Venetian diplomat and statesman who lived from 1560 to 1635. He served as an ambassador for the Republic of Venice and played a crucial role in negotiating treaties and fostering relationships with other European powers.

During the 17th century, the Gabrillo family expanded their influence to other parts of Italy, including the city of Naples. Records from this period mention a Pietro Gabrillo, a successful merchant and landowner who established a thriving trade business with the Mediterranean region.

In the 18th century, a notable figure was Giovanna Gabrillo, a renowned opera singer born in Milan in 1745. Her exceptional vocal talents made her a celebrated performer across the major opera houses of Italy and Europe, earning her widespread acclaim and admiration.

Throughout the centuries, the Gabrillo surname has been associated with various places and regions in Italy, often appearing in local records and documents. While the name may have evolved in its spelling or pronunciation over time, its Italian roots and connection to the name Gabriel remain evident.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Gabrillo

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

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

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