2000
#114,166
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 142
First available Census row
Per 100,000 0.05
Very Rare Last name
Galiardi
An Italian surname derived from the name of the town Galiardo in the province of Cuneo.
According to the 2020 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 134 Americans carry the last name Galiardi. That puts it at #144,270 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 2,557,868 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Galiardi surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, a multi-census history view, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
134
1 in 2,557,868
Census rank
#144,270
2020 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.0
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
117
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 117 bearers of the surname Galiardi in its 2020 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 144270th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Galiardi, the largest self-reported group is White at 90.6%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (6.8%) and Two or More Races (1.7%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Galiardi
The surname Galiardi originated in Italy, with its earliest recorded instances dating back to the 12th century. The name is derived from the Latin word "galliardus," which means "joyful" or "cheerful." It is believed that the name was initially given as a descriptive nickname to someone with a lively or joyous personality.
During the Middle Ages, the name Galiardi was prevalent in the northern regions of Italy, particularly in the areas around Milan and Genoa. It is possible that the name originated as a locational surname, referring to a specific place or town, but over time, it evolved into a more widespread family name.
One of the earliest known records of the name Galiardi appears in a manuscript from the year 1192, which mentions a person named Guglielmo Galiardi in the city of Piacenza. This document provides evidence of the name's existence and usage during the 12th century.
In the 14th century, historical records indicate the presence of a family called Galiardi in the city of Genoa. This family played a significant role in the maritime trade and commerce of the region during that time period.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the surname Galiardi. One of the earliest recorded figures was Pietro Galiardi (1425-1492), a renowned painter from Milan who was known for his frescoes and religious artworks. Another prominent figure was Giacomo Galiardi (1586-1642), a Venetian composer and musician who contributed significantly to the development of the Baroque music style.
In the realm of literature, the name Galiardi is associated with Girolamo Galiardi (1659-1718), an Italian poet and writer who gained recognition for his sonnets and lyrical compositions. Additionally, Giuseppe Galiardi (1738-1806) was a respected historian and philosopher from Genoa, known for his influential works on the history of the Italian states.
During the Renaissance period, the Galiardi family established itself as a prominent noble family in the city of Milan. One member of this family, Francesco Galiardi (1610-1678), served as a diplomat and ambassador for the Duchy of Milan, representing the region's interests in various European courts.
While the surname Galiardi has its roots in Italy, it has since spread to other parts of the world through migration and intermarriage. However, the historical records and notable figures mentioned above provide insights into the name's origins, evolution, and significance within the Italian context.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Galiardi
Among Census respondents with the surname Galiardi, the largest self-reported group is White at 90.6%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (6.8%) and Two or More Races (1.7%).
The bar chart below shows how Galiardi bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2020 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Percentages are shown for every Census year so the breakdown stays comparable over time. When the source file also includes raw headcounts, Name Census shows those alongside the percentages in the legend.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Galiardi surname at the time of the 2020 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White90.6% · 106
- Hispanic or Latino6.8% · 8
- Two or more races1.7% · 2
- Asian and Pacific Islander0.9% · 1
Timeline
Historical Census data for Galiardi
Galiardi appears in 3 published Census surname files: 2000, 2010, 2020. The cards below show how the name's rank and bearer count changed across each release.
2010
#153,769
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 106
-36 bearers (-25.4%)
Per 100,000 0.04
Rank movement Down 39,603 places
2020
#144,270
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 117
+11 bearers (+10.4%)
Per 100,000 0.04
Rank movement Up 9,499 places
| Year | Rank | Count | Per 100K | Count change | Rank change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | #114,166 | 142 | 0.05 | First available Census row | First available Census row |
| 2010 | #153,769 | 106 | 0.04 | -36 bearers (-25.4%) | Down 39,603 places |
| 2020 | #144,270 | 117 | 0.04 | +11 bearers (+10.4%) | Up 9,499 places |
For 2020, the Census Bureau published race and Hispanic-origin columns as counts rather than percentages. Name Census converts those counts back into shares so the ancestry section stays comparable with the older surname files.
Year on year
2010 vs 2020 Census
How has the Galiardi surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
20102020
| Metric | 2010 | 2020 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #153,769 | #144,270 | 6.2% |
| Count | 106 | 117 | 10.4% |
| Per 100K | 0.04 | 0.04 | -2.1% |
Between the 2010 and 2020 Census, the number of Galiardi bearers went from 106 to 117 (+10.4% change). The surname moved up 9,499 positions in the national ranking, going from #153,769 to #144,270.
FAQ
Galiardi surname: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. have the surname Galiardi?
Name Census estimates that about 134 living Americans carry the surname Galiardi. Using the current population baseline, that works out to roughly 1 in 2,557,868 residents.
How common is Galiardi?
Galiardi ranks #144,270 in the 2020 Census surname tables and is classified on this site as "Very Rare." The Census recorded the name at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, which is about 0 people out of every 100,000.
How many people with this surname were counted in the Census?
The raw 2020 Census file counted 117 people with the surname Galiardi. That is different from the site's living-bearer estimate (134), which projects the surname's present-day count by applying the Census frequency rate to the current U.S. population.
What does 0.04 per 100,000 actually mean?
It is the Census Bureau's normalized frequency measure. A rate of 0.04 per 100,000 means that if you picked a random group of 100,000 U.S. residents, you would expect about 0 of them to have the surname Galiardi.
Has Galiardi become more or less common over time?
Between 2010 and 2020, the surname Galiardi went from 106 recorded bearers to 117. That is an increase of 11 (+10.4%). In the national ranking it rose from #153,769 to #144,270.
What does the Census say about the background of Galiardi?
Among Census respondents with the surname Galiardi, the largest self-reported group is White at 90.6%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (6.8%) and Two or More Races (1.7%). These figures come from the 2020 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Which group reports this surname most often?
White is the largest self-reported group for the surname Galiardi in the 2020 Census, accounting for 90.6% (106 people in the source table).
What is the full ancestry breakdown?
Galiardi appears across multiple self-reported groups in the Census data. The largest shares in the 2020 file are White (90.6%), Hispanic (6.8%), Two or More Races (1.7%). For 2020, the source file also published raw headcounts for each group, which is why this page can show both percentages and counts in the ancestry section.
Is this page using the latest Census data?
Yes. This page is using the latest surname file currently loaded on Name Census, which is 2020. The historical section above also keeps any older Census surname entries we have for Galiardi (2000, 2010, 2020).
Does the Census include every surname?
No. The Census Bureau only publishes surnames that appeared at least 100 times in a given decennial Census. That means very rare surnames are excluded entirely, and a surname can appear in one Census release but disappear from a later one if it falls below the reporting threshold.
Why don't the ancestry percentages always add up to exactly 100%?
There are two main reasons: rounding and suppression. The Census Bureau rounds published values, and it may suppress very small cells to protect privacy. For 2020, the Bureau also published raw group counts rather than direct percentages, so Name Census converts those counts back into shares for comparability across census years.
What does Galiardi mean?
An Italian surname derived from the name of the town Galiardo in the province of Cuneo. The fuller origin note on this page goes into more detail.
Where does the surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These files list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2020 Census, along with a count, a per-100,000 rate, and a self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.
How does Name Census estimate living bearers?
For surnames, Name Census does not age cohorts the way it does for first names. Instead, it takes the Census Bureau's published frequency for Galiardi (0.04 per 100,000) and applies that rate to the current U.S. resident population to estimate how many living Americans have the surname today.
How many people have the last name Galiardi?
Find out how many Americans have the surname Galiardi on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — a quick modern estimate with the living-bearer count front and centre.