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

Ginex, 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 Ginex surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ginex in America

Ginex is the 144141st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ginex surname appeared 115 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 Ginex.

The history of the last name Ginex

The surname GINEX has its origins in the Italian region of Liguria, specifically in the coastal town of Genoa. It is believed to have emerged during the 12th century, derived from the Italian word "ginestra," meaning broom plant. This suggests that the name may have been initially associated with individuals who lived near or worked with these shrubs.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the GINEX surname dates back to 1274, when a document from the Genoese archives mentions a merchant named Guglielmo GINEX. This indicates that the name had already established itself within the city's mercantile community by the late 13th century.

In the 14th century, the GINEX family played a notable role in the political and economic affairs of Genoa. Historical records from 1342 mention a Francesco GINEX, who served as a member of the city's governing council. Additionally, a merchant named Simone GINEX is documented as having conducted trade with the Byzantine Empire during this period.

As the GINEX family prospered, they expanded their influence to other parts of Italy. In the late 15th century, a branch of the family settled in the city of Florence, where they gained prominence as bankers and patrons of the arts. One of the most notable figures from this period was Andrea GINEX (1452-1528), a renowned humanist scholar and author.

The name GINEX also found its way to other parts of Europe through migration and trade. In the 16th century, a merchant named Niccolò GINEX (1504-1581) established himself in the city of Antwerp, where he played a pivotal role in the city's thriving textile industry.

Later, in the 18th century, a French nobleman named Jacques GINEX (1712-1789) achieved recognition for his military service during the Seven Years' War. He was awarded the title of Comte (Count) for his bravery on the battlefield.

Throughout its history, the GINEX surname has been associated with various notable individuals in fields ranging from commerce and politics to academia and the arts. While the name's origins can be traced back to the coastal regions of Italy, it has since spread across Europe and beyond, leaving an indelible mark on the annals of history.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ginex

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

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 Ginex 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.

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

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