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

Liberato, 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 Liberato surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Liberato in America

Liberato is the 21019th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Liberato surname appeared 1,251 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 Liberato.

We can also compare 2010 data for Liberato 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 Liberato

The surname LIBERATO is of Italian origin, derived from the Latin word "liberatus," meaning "freed" or "liberated." It is believed to have emerged in Italy during the Middle Ages, particularly in regions such as Lazio, Campania, and Sicily.

One of the earliest known references to the surname LIBERATO can be found in the Codex Diplomaticus Cavensis, a collection of medieval documents from the Campania region, dating back to the 11th century. This suggests that the name was already in use among Italian families during this period.

The name LIBERATO may have been initially bestowed upon individuals who were freed from servitude or bondage, reflecting their newfound liberty. It could also have been given to those who played a significant role in liberating their communities or regions from oppressive rulers or invading forces.

In the 14th century, records indicate the presence of the LIBERATO family in the city of Naples, where they held notable positions within the local nobility. One prominent member was Giacomo LIBERATO, born in 1325, who served as a respected jurist and legal advisor to the Angevin court.

During the Renaissance, the LIBERATO surname gained further recognition with the birth of the renowned philosopher and humanist, Girolamo LIBERATO, in 1475. His works on ethics, politics, and the arts influenced intellectual circles across Italy and beyond.

Another noteworthy figure was the sculptor and architect, Antonio LIBERATO, born in 1560 in Palermo, Sicily. He contributed to the design and construction of several churches and palaces in his native city, leaving a lasting impact on the architectural landscape of the region.

In the 18th century, the LIBERATO family produced a distinguished military leader, Francesco LIBERATO, born in 1712 in Naples. He played a pivotal role in the Napoleonic Wars, rising through the ranks to become a respected general in the French army.

Over the centuries, variations of the surname LIBERATO have emerged, such as Liberati, Liberatore, and Liberatori, reflecting regional linguistic differences and individual preferences. However, the core meaning and significance of the name have remained intact, serving as a testament to the enduring legacy of this Italian surname.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Liberato

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

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

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