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

Golisano, 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 Golisano surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Golisano in America

Golisano is the 123064th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Golisano surname appeared 140 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 Golisano.

We can also compare 2010 data for Golisano 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 Golisano

The surname Golisano is of Italian origin, with its roots traced back to the regions of Campania and Puglia in southern Italy. The name is believed to have originated during the medieval period, potentially derived from a combination of the Italian words "gola" (throat) and "sano" (healthy), suggesting a connection to a person's physical characteristics or occupation.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Golisano can be found in the archives of the town of Avellino, located in the province of Campania. Records from the 14th century mention a family by the name of Golisano residing in the area, suggesting their presence in the region during that time.

The name Golisano also appears in several historical documents from the 16th and 17th centuries, particularly in the regions of Puglia and Campania. These records often referred to individuals involved in various trades and professions, such as artisans, merchants, and landowners.

Notably, a man named Niccolò Golisano (1520-1589) was a prominent figure in the city of Naples during the Renaissance period. He was a renowned scholar and philosopher, known for his contributions to the fields of literature and education.

Another notable individual with the surname Golisano was Giuseppe Golisano (1685-1757), a skilled architect and artist who contributed to the design and construction of several churches and buildings in the city of Bari, Puglia.

In the 19th century, records show a family by the name of Golisano residing in the town of Avellino, with several members contributing to the local community as merchants and landowners. One such individual was Antonio Golisano (1823-1892), who was known for his philanthropic efforts and support of local schools and charities.

As the Golisano surname spread beyond its origins in southern Italy, it was also found in various parts of the United States, particularly in areas with large Italian-American communities. One notable American with this surname was Thomas Golisano (born 1941), an entrepreneur and philanthropist from New York, who founded the company Paychex and was involved in various charitable initiatives.

Overall, the surname Golisano has a rich history rooted in the regions of Campania and Puglia in Italy, with traces of its presence dating back to the medieval period. Throughout its history, the name has been associated with individuals from various walks of life, including scholars, artists, merchants, and community leaders.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Golisano

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

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

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