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

Ludi, 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 Ludi surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ludi in America

Ludi is the 81772nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ludi surname appeared 231 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 Ludi.

We can also compare 2010 data for Ludi 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 Ludi

The surname LUDI has its origins in Italy, dating back to the medieval period. It is believed to have derived from the Latin word "ludus," which means "play" or "game." This suggests that the name may have been initially associated with individuals who were involved in the entertainment industry or who were known for their playful or joyful demeanor.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname LUDI can be found in the records of the city of Florence, where a family by that name was documented in the 14th century. The name was also present in other parts of Tuscany and neighboring regions, indicating its widespread use in central Italy during that time.

In the 15th century, a prominent figure named Ludovico LUDI (c. 1420-1492) gained recognition as a skilled architect and engineer in the city of Siena. He was responsible for the design and construction of several notable buildings, including the Palazzo Pubblico and the Duomo di Siena.

Another notable individual with the surname LUDI was Giovanni Battista LUDI (1635-1712), a renowned sculptor from Rome. His works adorned various churches and palaces throughout Italy, and he is particularly celebrated for his exquisite marble sculptures.

During the Renaissance period, the LUDI family played a significant role in the arts and cultural scene of Italy. One such figure was Pier Francesco LUDI (1472-1545), a Florentine painter and fresco artist who contributed to the decoration of several churches and palaces in Florence and its surrounding areas.

In the realm of literature, the surname LUDI is associated with Antonio LUDI (1550-1621), a poet and playwright from Venice. His works, including comedies and tragedies, were widely performed and published during his lifetime.

While the surname LUDI may have originated in Italy, it has since spread to other parts of the world due to migration and intermarriage. However, its roots can be traced back to the medieval and Renaissance periods in Italy, where it was closely linked to various artistic and cultural pursuits.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ludi

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

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

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