Lamonica
An Italian occupational surname referring to a person who repairs or makes clocks or watches.
According to the 2010 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 2,811 Americans carry the last name Lamonica. That puts it at #12,696 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.82 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 121,933 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Lamonica surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
2.8K
1 in 121,933
Census rank
#12,696
2010 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.8
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
2.4K
rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 2,431 bearers of the surname Lamonica in its 2010 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.82 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 12696th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Lamonica, the largest self-reported group is White at 93.5%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (3.9%) and Two or More Races (1.2%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Lamonica
The surname LAMONICA is of Italian origin, specifically from the central regions of Italy, and it dates back to the medieval period. It is believed to be derived from the Latin word "monichus," which means "monk," combined with the definite article "la," meaning "the." This suggests that the name may have originally referred to a person associated with a monastery or a monk.
In the early 13th century, records show the name LAMONICA appearing in various forms, such as "Lamonico" and "Lamonaco," in the regions of Lazio and Abruzzo. One of the earliest documented instances of the name is found in a manuscript from the town of Rocca di Mezzo in Abruzzo, dated 1237, which mentions a certain "Petrus Lamonicus."
The name LAMONICA is also closely linked to the town of Castel di Sangro in the province of L'Aquila, Abruzzo, where it is believed to have originated. The name is said to have been derived from the local dialect word "monicu," which referred to a person who lived a monastic lifestyle or was associated with a monastery in the area.
One notable historical figure with the surname LAMONICA was Giovanni Battista LAMONICA (1548-1624), an Italian architect and engineer who was active during the Renaissance period. He was responsible for designing several important buildings in Rome, including the Church of Santa Maria in Vallicella and the Church of San Girolamo dei Croati.
Another prominent person with this surname was Francesco LAMONICA (1676-1748), an Italian painter from Naples who specialized in still-life and genre paintings. His works are displayed in various museums and galleries across Italy.
In the 19th century, Giuseppe LAMONICA (1815-1892) was an Italian politician and lawyer who served as a member of the Italian Parliament and played a significant role in the unification of Italy.
Vincenzo LAMONICA (1851-1935) was an Italian botanist and professor who made significant contributions to the study of plant taxonomy and wrote several books on the subject.
More recently, Mario LAMONICA (1923-2002) was an Italian-American businessman and philanthropist who founded the successful LAMONICA Enterprises, a food distribution company based in Los Angeles.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Lamonica
Among Census respondents with the surname Lamonica, the largest self-reported group is White at 93.5%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (3.9%) and Two or More Races (1.2%).
The bar chart below shows how Lamonica bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2010 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Lamonica surname at the time of the 2010 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White93.5%
- Hispanic or Latino3.9%
- Two or more races1.2%
- Black or African American0.9%
Year on year
2010 vs 2010 Census
How has the Lamonica surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
| Metric | 2010 | 2010 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #12,696 | #12,696 | 0.0% |
| Count | 2,431 | 2,431 | 0.0% |
| Per 100K | 0.82 | 0.82 | 0.0% |
Between the 2010 and 2010 Census, the number of Lamonica bearers went from 2,431 to 2,431 (+0.0% change). The surname held its position in the national ranking, going from #12,696 to #12,696.
Notable bearers
Famous people with the surname Lamonica
FAQ
Lamonica surname: questions and answers
How common is the last name Lamonica?
The surname Lamonica holds position #12,696 in the US Census Bureau's surname ranking, with an estimated 2,811 living bearers. It occurs at a rate of 0.82 per 100,000 Americans.
What is the ethnic background of the Lamonica surname?
Among Census respondents with the surname Lamonica, the largest self-reported group is White at 93.5%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (3.9%) and Two or More Races (1.2%). These figures come from the 2010 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Where does this surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These tables list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2010 Census, along with a frequency rate and self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.