Langi
A surname of Albanian origin referring to someone from the mountainous region.
According to the 2010 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 548 Americans carry the last name Langi. That puts it at #44,270 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.16 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 625,464 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Langi 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
548
1 in 625,464
Census rank
#44,270
2010 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.2
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
486
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 486 bearers of the surname Langi in its 2010 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.16 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 44270th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Langi, the largest self-reported group is Asian/Pacific Islander at 73.5%. The next largest groups are Two or More Races (13.0%) and White (9.5%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Langi
The surname LANGI is believed to have originated in Italy, with its roots dating back to the 12th century. It is thought to be derived from the Italian word "lungo," which means "long" or "tall," suggesting that the name may have been initially used as a descriptive nickname for someone of a tall stature.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name LANGI can be found in the Codice Diplomatico Longobardo, a collection of Lombard diplomatic documents from the 8th to the 11th centuries. The name appears in a document dated around 1150, referring to a landowner named Guglielmo LANGI from the region of Tuscany.
In the 13th century, the name LANGI was documented in the Libro di Montaperti, a chronicle detailing the events leading up to the Battle of Montaperti in 1260. The text mentions a soldier named Raniero LANGI who fought alongside the Ghibelline forces during the conflict between the Guelphs and Ghibellines in medieval Italy.
During the Renaissance period, the LANGI family gained prominence in the city of Florence. One notable figure was Giovanni LANGI (1450-1522), a renowned Renaissance painter and architect who contributed to the design of several churches and palaces in the city.
Another influential individual bearing the LANGI surname was Lucrezia LANGI (1585-1650), a prominent female writer and poet from Venice. Her works, which explored themes of love, religion, and societal issues, were widely acclaimed during her lifetime and helped establish her as a significant figure in Italian literature.
In the 18th century, the LANGI family expanded their influence beyond Italy. Pietro LANGI (1720-1785), a skilled merchant and banker, established business ventures in various European cities, including London and Paris. His son, Alessandro LANGI (1755-1832), followed in his footsteps and became a successful financier, contributing to the family's growing wealth and status.
Throughout the centuries, the LANGI name has been associated with various spellings and variations, such as Langhi, Lunghi, and Longi, reflecting the regional dialects and linguistic variations within Italy. Despite these variations, the core meaning and origin of the name have remained rooted in its Italian heritage.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Langi
Among Census respondents with the surname Langi, the largest self-reported group is Asian/Pacific Islander at 73.5%. The next largest groups are Two or More Races (13.0%) and White (9.5%).
The bar chart below shows how Langi 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 Langi surname at the time of the 2010 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- Asian and Pacific Islander73.5%
- Two or more races13.0%
- White9.5%
- Hispanic or Latino3.1%
- Unknown or suppressed1.0%
Year on year
2000 vs 2010 Census
How has the Langi 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 | 2000 | 2010 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #46,426 | #44,270 | 4.6% |
| Count | 432 | 486 | 12.5% |
| Per 100K | 0.16 | 0.16 | 0.0% |
Between the 2000 and 2010 Census, the number of Langi bearers went from 432 to 486 (+12.5% change). The surname moved up 2,156 positions in the national ranking, going from #46,426 to #44,270.
FAQ
Langi surname: questions and answers
How common is the last name Langi?
The surname Langi holds position #44,270 in the US Census Bureau's surname ranking, with an estimated 548 living bearers. It occurs at a rate of 0.16 per 100,000 Americans.
What is the ethnic background of the Langi surname?
Among Census respondents with the surname Langi, the largest self-reported group is Asian/Pacific Islander at 73.5%. The next largest groups are Two or More Races (13.0%) and White (9.5%). 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.