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

Galati, 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 Galati surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Galati in America

Galati is the 14806th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Galati surname appeared 2,003 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 Galati.

We can also compare 2010 data for Galati 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 Galati

The surname Galati originates from Italy, with its roots tracing back to the 12th century. It is believed to have originated from the city of Galati, located in the southern region of Puglia. The name is derived from the Latin word "Galatea," which refers to a beautiful mythological figure from Greek mythology.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Galati can be found in a medieval document from the city of Bari, dated around 1220. This document mentions a certain "Petrus Galati," who was a landowner in the area. Another early reference to the name appears in a 14th-century manuscript from the town of Lecce, where a "Nicola Galati" is listed as a local merchant.

During the Renaissance period, the Galati name gained prominence in the city of Naples. In the 16th century, a prominent family of architects and builders bearing the Galati surname left their mark on the city's architectural landscape. One notable figure from this time was Giovan Battista Galati (1530-1598), who designed several churches and palaces in Naples.

As the name spread throughout Italy, it also took on various spelling variations, such as Galante, Galantino, and Galantini. These variations often reflected the regional dialects and linguistic adaptations of different areas.

In the 18th century, a notable scholar and philosopher named Giuseppe Galati (1712-1786) hailed from the town of Martina Franca in Puglia. He authored several works on philosophy and theology and was highly regarded in academic circles of his time.

Another prominent individual with the Galati surname was Vincenzo Galati (1822-1892), a renowned painter from the city of Palermo in Sicily. His works, which often depicted scenes from Sicilian life and landscapes, are celebrated for their vibrant colors and attention to detail.

Moving into the 20th century, Cesare Galati (1901-1978) was an Italian politician and diplomat who served as Italy's ambassador to several countries, including the United States and the Soviet Union. He played a significant role in shaping Italy's foreign policy during the post-World War II era.

Throughout its history, the surname Galati has been carried by individuals from various walks of life, including artists, scholars, politicians, and more. While its origins can be traced back to a specific region in southern Italy, the name has since spread across the country and beyond, reflecting the rich cultural diversity and historical significance of Italian surnames.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Galati

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

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

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