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

Ignoffo, 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 Ignoffo surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ignoffo in America

Ignoffo is the 89753rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ignoffo surname appeared 206 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 Ignoffo.

We can also compare 2010 data for Ignoffo 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 Ignoffo

The surname Ignoffo has its origins in Italy, dating back to the medieval period around the 11th or 12th century. It is believed to have originated from the Italian region of Campania, specifically in the area surrounding the city of Naples. The name is derived from the Latin word "ignofus," which means "unknown" or "obscure."

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Ignoffo can be found in a document from the 13th century, which referred to a certain "Giovanni Ignoffo" who resided in the town of Salerno. This document suggests that the name was already in use during that time period and may have been associated with a particular family or individual of unknown or obscure origins.

In the 14th century, there are records of an Ignoffo family residing in the town of Sorrento, located along the Amalfi Coast. This family is believed to have played a role in the local political and social affairs of the region during that time. One notable member was Tommaso Ignoffo, who served as a magistrate in Sorrento in the year 1367.

As the centuries passed, the Ignoffo name spread to other parts of Italy, with various branches of the family establishing themselves in different regions. One prominent figure was Francesco Ignoffo, born in 1621 in the city of Palermo, Sicily. He was a renowned scholar and philosopher who made significant contributions to the field of metaphysics.

In the 18th century, the name Ignoffo also appeared in records from the region of Calabria, where a family of that name owned land and engaged in agricultural activities. One member, Giuseppe Ignoffo, born in 1745, was known for his expertise in viticulture and played a role in the development of local wine production.

Another notable individual with the surname Ignoffo was Antonio Ignoffo, born in 1802 in the city of Naples. He was a prominent lawyer and politician who served as a member of the Neapolitan parliament during the turbulent years of the Italian unification movement in the mid-19th century.

Throughout its history, the surname Ignoffo has maintained its connection to its Italian roots, reflecting the diverse cultural and regional influences that have shaped the country over the centuries. While the exact origin and meaning of the name remain somewhat obscure, it has endured as a testament to the rich tapestry of Italian heritage and identity.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ignoffo

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

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

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