Giraldi
Italian surname derived from a medieval personal name of Germanic origin, meaning "bright spear" or "battle chief".
According to the 2010 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 308 Americans carry the last name Giraldi. That puts it at #72,105 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.09 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 1,112,839 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Giraldi surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, 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
308
1 in 1,112,839
Census rank
#72,105
2010 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.1
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
270
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 270 bearers of the surname Giraldi in its 2010 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.09 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 72105th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Giraldi, the largest self-reported group is White at 82.6%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (16.7%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Giraldi
The surname Giraldi is of Italian origin, with its roots tracing back to the medieval era. It is believed to have originated in the region of Tuscany, where it was derived from the personal name Giraldo, a medieval Italian form of the Germanic name Gerald.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Giraldi can be found in the historical records of Florence, dated back to the 13th century. The name appears in a document from 1248, which mentions a certain Guido Giraldi, a prominent merchant and landowner in the city.
During the Renaissance period, the Giraldi family gained significant prominence in the world of arts and literature. Lilio Gregorio Giraldi (1479-1552), a renowned Italian scholar, poet, and dramatist, was born in Ferrara and is considered one of the most influential figures of his time.
In the 16th century, the name Giraldi was also associated with the town of Cinigiano in Tuscany, where a branch of the family settled. Records from this period mention a noble family, the Giraldi di Cinigiano, who played a prominent role in the local politics and cultural life of the region.
Another notable figure bearing the surname Giraldi was Giovanni Battista Giraldi (1504-1573), an Italian Renaissance scholar and playwright from Ferrara. His works, including the tragic play "Orbecche," were widely acclaimed and influenced the development of Italian drama.
Moving forward to the 17th century, the name Giraldi appears in the records of the Vatican, where Ubaldo Giraldi (1615-1679) served as a cardinal and held influential positions within the Catholic Church.
In more recent history, Giambattista Giraldi (1775-1851) was an Italian philologist and linguist from Ferrara, known for his contributions to the study of ancient languages and literature.
Throughout its long history, the surname Giraldi has been associated with various prominent figures, from writers and scholars to nobility and clergy, reflecting the rich cultural heritage and influence of this Italian family name.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Giraldi
Among Census respondents with the surname Giraldi, the largest self-reported group is White at 82.6%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (16.7%).
The bar chart below shows how Giraldi bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2010 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.
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 Giraldi surname at the time of the 2010 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White82.6%
- Hispanic or Latino16.7%
Year on year
2010 vs 2010 Census
How has the Giraldi surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
| Metric | 2010 | 2010 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #72,105 | #72,105 | 0.0% |
| Count | 270 | 270 | 0.0% |
| Per 100K | 0.09 | 0.09 | 0.0% |
Between the 2010 and 2010 Census, the number of Giraldi bearers went from 270 to 270 (+0.0% change). The surname held its position in the national ranking, going from #72,105 to #72,105.
Notable bearers
Famous people with the surname Giraldi
FAQ
Giraldi surname: questions and answers
How common is the last name Giraldi?
The surname Giraldi holds position #72,105 in the US Census Bureau's surname ranking, with an estimated 308 living bearers. It occurs at a rate of 0.09 per 100,000 Americans.
What is the ethnic background of the Giraldi surname?
Among Census respondents with the surname Giraldi, the largest self-reported group is White at 82.6%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (16.7%). These figures come from the 2010 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Where does this surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These tables list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2010 Census, along with a frequency rate and self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.