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

Licerio, 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 Licerio surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Licerio in America

Licerio is the 41303rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Licerio surname appeared 527 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 Licerio.

We can also compare 2010 data for Licerio 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 Licerio

The surname LICERIO is of Italian origin, originating in the regions of Tuscany and Lazio during the medieval period. It is derived from the Latin word "licere," meaning "to be permitted" or "to be allowed." This suggests that the name may have been initially bestowed upon someone who was granted a privilege or permission.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name LICERIO can be found in the archives of the city of Siena, dating back to the 13th century. In these records, a certain Guido LICERIO is mentioned as a prominent landowner and merchant. Further mentions of individuals bearing this surname appear in various administrative and legal documents throughout the following centuries.

In the 16th century, a notable figure named Giovanni LICERIO gained recognition as a skilled painter and sculptor in Florence. His works can still be admired in several churches and private collections across Tuscany. Born in 1512 and passing away in 1587, he left a lasting legacy in the artistic circles of his time.

Another prominent individual was Antonio LICERIO, a renowned jurist and legal scholar who lived in Rome during the 17th century. His influential treatises on Roman law and jurisprudence earned him widespread respect among his contemporaries. Antonio LICERIO was born in 1621 and died in 1698.

In the 18th century, the name LICERIO appears to have spread beyond Italy, with records indicating its presence in parts of Spain and France. One such individual was Pietro LICERIO, a Spanish merchant and explorer who embarked on several voyages to the Americas in the mid-1700s. His detailed accounts of his travels and encounters with indigenous populations remain valuable historical sources.

Moving into the 19th century, a notable figure was Emilia LICERIO, an Italian writer and poet born in 1822 in Naples. Her works, often imbued with themes of social justice and women's rights, earned her recognition and acclaim among literary circles of the time. Emilia LICERIO passed away in 1892, leaving behind a rich literary legacy.

Throughout its history, the surname LICERIO has been associated with various professions and accomplishments, from landowners and merchants to artists, legal scholars, explorers, and writers. While not among the most widespread surnames, it has carved its place in the historical records of Italy and beyond, reflecting the diverse backgrounds and contributions of those who bore this name.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Licerio

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

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

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