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

Genco, 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 Genco surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Genco in America

Genco is the 26171st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Genco surname appeared 935 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 Genco.

We can also compare 2010 data for Genco 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 Genco

The surname GENCO is of Italian origin, specifically from the region of Sicily. It is believed to have originated in the town of Gangi, located in the province of Palermo, during the medieval period. The name is derived from the Greek word "gengis," meaning "foreigner" or "stranger," reflecting the town's history as a settlement for immigrants and foreigners.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the GENCO surname can be found in the Sicilian Riveli, a series of tax records from the 15th century. In these documents, several individuals with the surname GENCO are listed as landowners and residents of the town of Gangi. This suggests that the name had already established itself in the area by that time.

In the 16th century, the GENCO family played a significant role in the economic and social life of Gangi. During this period, several members of the family held prominent positions in the local government and participated in various community affairs.

One notable figure bearing the GENCO surname was Francesco GENCO (1520-1595), a wealthy landowner and merchant who contributed to the construction of the Church of San Nicolo in Gangi. His legacy is still celebrated in the town today.

Another important historical figure was Vincenzo GENCO (1675-1742), a scholar and philosopher who wrote extensively on the works of Aristotle and Plato. His treatises on metaphysics and ethics were widely read and discussed in academic circles during his lifetime.

In the 19th century, the GENCO family expanded beyond the confines of Sicily. Giuseppe GENCO (1830-1895), a successful businessman, emigrated to the United States and settled in New York City, where he established a successful import-export business.

Towards the end of the 19th century, the GENCO surname began to appear in various parts of Italy, particularly in the regions of Calabria and Campania. This spread was likely due to the migration of individuals from Sicily to other parts of the country.

One of the most famous individuals with the GENCO surname was Antonio GENCO (1892-1976), an Italian-American sculptor and artist based in New York City. His works, which included public monuments and sculptures, can be found in various cities across the United States.

Throughout history, the GENCO surname has been associated with individuals from diverse backgrounds, including landowners, merchants, scholars, artists, and entrepreneurs. While its origins can be traced back to the town of Gangi in Sicily, the name has since spread to various parts of Italy and beyond, reflecting the migration patterns of its bearers.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Genco

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

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

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