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

Imbriaco, 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 Imbriaco surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Imbriaco in America

Imbriaco is the 113791st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Imbriaco surname appeared 154 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 Imbriaco.

We can also compare 2010 data for Imbriaco 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 Imbriaco

The surname Imbriaco originated in Italy, specifically in the southern regions of Campania and Calabria. It is derived from the Italian word "imbriaco," which means "drunk" or "intoxicated." The name likely originated as a nickname or descriptive term for someone who was known for their fondness for alcohol or who exhibited drunken behavior.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname Imbriaco can be found in historical documents from the late 16th century in Naples, Campania. It is believed that the name may have initially been associated with families involved in the wine trade or individuals who worked in taverns or inns.

In the 17th century, the name appeared in various records and manuscripts from the region, indicating its widespread use. One notable individual bearing the surname was Girolamo Imbriaco, a painter from Naples who lived from 1602 to 1672 and was known for his religious works.

During the 18th and 19th centuries, the Imbriaco surname continued to be found in various parts of southern Italy. Records from this period show individuals with the name residing in cities like Naples, Salerno, and Reggio Calabria. One prominent figure was Vincenzo Imbriaco, a lawyer and politician from Salerno who lived from 1787 to 1857.

Another noteworthy individual with the Imbriaco surname was Pasquale Imbriaco, a composer and conductor from Naples who lived from 1838 to 1901. His works included operas and sacred music, and he was highly regarded in the Italian musical community of his time.

In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, many Italians with the surname Imbriaco immigrated to other countries, including the United States, Argentina, and Brazil, seeking better opportunities. This led to the further spread and diversification of the name across different regions and cultures.

While the surname Imbriaco is not among the most common Italian surnames, it has a fascinating history rooted in the vibrant culture and traditions of southern Italy. From its humble beginnings as a descriptive nickname to its association with various notable individuals, the name Imbriaco has left its mark on Italian history and culture.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Imbriaco

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

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

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