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

Jannuzzi, 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 Jannuzzi surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Jannuzzi in America

Jannuzzi is the 68122nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Jannuzzi surname appeared 289 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 Jannuzzi.

We can also compare 2010 data for Jannuzzi 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 Jannuzzi

The surname Jannuzzi is of Italian origin, with roots tracing back to the central and southern regions of Italy, particularly Naples and the surrounding areas. It is believed to have derived from the Italian given name Gennaro, which itself is derived from the Latin name Januarius, meaning "of Janus" or "born in January."

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Jannuzzi can be found in the Codice diplomatico normanno, a collection of Norman documents from the 11th and 12th centuries. The name appears in various forms, including Ianuzzi and Iannuczi, which suggest its evolution from the original Latin name Januarius.

In the 14th century, during the Renaissance period, the name Jannuzzi appears in various records and manuscripts, particularly those related to the arts and literature. One notable bearer of this surname was Francesco Jannuzzi, a renowned painter who lived in Naples from 1510 to 1586.

The name Jannuzzi is also associated with the town of Cava de' Tirreni, located in the province of Salerno, Campania. The town's name is derived from the Latin word "cavae," meaning "caves," and it is believed that some families with the surname Jannuzzi originated from this area.

Throughout history, several individuals with the surname Jannuzzi have left their mark in various fields. One prominent figure was Gaetano Jannuzzi (1828-1908), an Italian mathematician and engineer who made significant contributions to the field of differential geometry.

Another notable bearer of the name was Antonio Jannuzzi (1888-1968), an Italian painter and sculptor known for his works depicting scenes from rural life in southern Italy. His works can be found in museums and galleries across Italy.

In the 20th century, the name Jannuzzi gained recognition through the accomplishments of individuals like Tina Jannuzzi (1927-2017), an American opera singer and vocal coach who performed with renowned companies such as the Metropolitan Opera.

Additionally, the surname Jannuzzi is associated with the Italian-American community in the United States. One example is Frank Jannuzzi (1931-2022), a former professional baseball player who played for the Philadelphia Phillies and the Kansas City Athletics in the 1950s.

While the surname Jannuzzi may have variations in spelling and pronunciation across different regions, its roots can be traced back to the Italian peninsula, where it has been present for centuries, carrying a rich history and cultural significance.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Jannuzzi

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

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

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