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

Lanni, 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 Lanni surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Lanni in America

Lanni is the 20285th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Lanni surname appeared 1,311 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 Lanni.

We can also compare 2010 data for Lanni 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 Lanni

The surname Lanni has its origins in Italy, specifically in the region of Campania. It is believed to have emerged during the medieval period, around the 11th or 12th century. The name is derived from the Latin word "laneus," which means "woolen" or "made of wool." This suggests that the name may have been associated with individuals involved in the wool trade or textile industry during that time.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the surname Lanni can be found in historical documents from the city of Naples, where it appears as early as the 13th century. These records include legal contracts, property deeds, and tax records, indicating that the Lanni family had established itself as a prominent and influential presence in the region.

In the 14th century, the Lanni name is also found in the municipal archives of the town of Sorrento, located along the Amalfi Coast. These records suggest that members of the Lanni family held positions of authority and played a significant role in the local governance and economy.

Notable individuals bearing the Lanni surname include Giovanni Lanni (1525-1592), a renowned Italian architect and engineer who contributed to the design and construction of several notable buildings in Naples, including the Palazzo Reale and the Certosa di San Martino. Another prominent figure was Antonio Lanni (1635-1718), a Neapolitan lawyer and politician who served as a magistrate and held influential positions in the city's government.

In the 18th century, the Lanni name gained further prominence with the birth of Geronimo Lanni (1746-1821), a celebrated Neapolitan painter known for his religious and historical works. His paintings can be found in various churches and museums throughout Italy.

Moving into the 19th century, Vincenzo Lanni (1824-1892) was a renowned Italian sculptor and architect who made significant contributions to the artistic and architectural landscape of Naples. His works include the elaborate façade of the Naples Cathedral and numerous sculptures adorning public spaces throughout the city.

Throughout its history, the Lanni surname has maintained a strong association with the region of Campania, particularly the city of Naples and its surrounding areas. While the name may have spread to other parts of Italy and beyond over time, its roots remain firmly grounded in the rich cultural and historical heritage of this southern Italian region.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Lanni

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

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

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