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

Lotito, 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 Lotito surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Lotito in America

Lotito is the 23185th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Lotito surname appeared 1,100 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 Lotito.

We can also compare 2010 data for Lotito 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 Lotito

The surname Lotito originated in Italy, with roots tracing back to the 14th century. It is believed to have derived from the Italian word "loto," meaning "lotus flower." This could suggest that the name was initially associated with individuals who cultivated or traded in lotus flowers, or perhaps lived in an area abundant with these plants.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Lotito surname can be found in the 1400s, in the city of Naples. A document from 1462 mentions a certain Giovanni Lotito, a merchant involved in the textile trade. Another early record from 1509 refers to a Niccolò Lotito, a landowner in the region of Campania.

In the 16th century, the Lotito name appeared in several historical documents from the Papal States. A notable figure was Pietro Lotito, a scholar and philosopher who lived from 1521 to 1594. He authored several treatises on theology and was recognized for his contributions to the intellectual discourse of the time.

The 17th century saw the emergence of a distinguished Lotito family in the town of Amalfi, along the Amalfi Coast. This branch of the Lotito clan produced several prominent members, including Giancarlo Lotito (1624-1701), a renowned architect who designed several churches and public buildings in the region.

In the 19th century, the Lotito surname gained further recognition with the birth of Antonio Lotito (1815-1892), a celebrated painter and art educator from Naples. His works, primarily depicting landscapes and scenes of everyday life, are highly regarded and can be found in various museums and galleries throughout Italy.

Another notable figure was Vincenzo Lotito (1879-1952), a politician and activist from Calabria. He played a significant role in the labor movement and advocated for workers' rights, eventually becoming a member of the Italian Parliament.

Throughout history, the Lotito surname has been associated with various professions and achievements, from merchants and landowners to scholars, artists, and political figures. While the name's origins can be traced back to medieval Italy, it has since spread to other parts of the world, carried by individuals and families who have contributed to the rich tapestry of diverse cultures and societies.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Lotito

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

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

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