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

Gnoza, 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 Gnoza surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Gnoza in America

Gnoza is the 135593rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Gnoza surname appeared 124 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 Gnoza.

We can also compare 2010 data for Gnoza 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 Gnoza

The surname Gnoza has its origins in Italy, dating back to the medieval period. It is believed to have derived from the Italian word "gnoza," which means "knowledge" or "wisdom." This suggests that the name may have been given to someone who was known for their intelligence or scholarly pursuits.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Gnoza can be found in the "Codice Diplomatico Padovano," a collection of historical documents from the city of Padua, dated around the 12th century. In this text, there is a reference to a certain "Gnoza de Monselice," indicating that the name was present in the Veneto region of northern Italy during that time.

In the 14th century, a notable figure named Guglielmo Gnoza (c. 1300-1370) was a renowned jurist and professor of law at the University of Bologna. He authored several influential works on legal theory and is considered one of the foremost legal scholars of his era.

Another historical figure bearing the surname Gnoza was Battista Gnoza (c. 1450-1520), a Venetian merchant and diplomat who played a significant role in establishing trade relations between the Republic of Venice and the Ottoman Empire. He is mentioned in various diplomatic correspondence and chronicles from that period.

During the Renaissance, the Gnoza family produced several artists and artisans. One such individual was Girolamo Gnoza (c. 1510-1580), a skilled sculptor and woodcarver from Verona. His works can be found in various churches and palaces throughout northern Italy, including the famous Basilica of San Zeno in Verona.

In the 17th century, the name Gnoza appears in connection with a small village called Gnozza, located in the province of Reggio Emilia, in the Emilia-Romagna region of northern Italy. It is possible that the surname is derived from this place name, although the exact origins remain uncertain.

Another notable figure was Antonio Gnoza (c. 1620-1690), a Venetian painter known for his religious works and portraits. His paintings can be found in various churches and galleries across Venice and the surrounding areas.

While the surname Gnoza is not among the most common in Italy, it has maintained a presence throughout the country's history, particularly in the northern regions. The name's connection to knowledge and wisdom has likely contributed to its enduring legacy, with several individuals bearing this surname making significant contributions in various fields over the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Gnoza

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

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

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