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

Lustina, 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 Lustina surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Lustina in America

Lustina is the 156044th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Lustina surname appeared 104 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 Lustina.

The history of the last name Lustina

The surname Lustina is believed to have originated from the Italian region of Tuscany, dating back to the 13th century. It is thought to be derived from the Latin word "lustrum," meaning "purification ritual" or "lustration." This suggests that the name may have been associated with individuals who performed religious ceremonies or were involved in priestly duties.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the Lustina surname can be found in the Florentine annals from the year 1287, where a certain Gherardo Lustina is mentioned as a prominent merchant and landowner in the city of Florence. This indicates that the name had already gained recognition and established roots in the region during that time.

In the 15th century, the Lustina family was documented as residing in the town of Siena, where they held influential positions within the local government and were known for their involvement in the textile trade. A notable member of this family was Bartolomeo Lustina (1422-1491), who served as a magistrate and played a significant role in negotiating trade agreements with neighboring cities.

During the Renaissance period, the Lustina name gained further recognition with the birth of the renowned artist and architect, Andrea Lustina (1487-1564). Born in Florence, Andrea was renowned for his contributions to the design and construction of several churches and palaces throughout Italy, including the Basilica di Santa Maria Novella in Florence.

Another prominent figure bearing the Lustina surname was the philosopher and scholar, Girolamo Lustina (1551-1623). Hailing from Siena, Girolamo was a respected intellectual who wrote extensively on topics ranging from metaphysics to natural philosophy, and his works were widely studied across Europe.

In the 18th century, the Lustina family expanded their influence to the city of Venice, where they became involved in the lucrative spice trade with the East Indies. Notable among them was Marco Lustina (1712-1784), a successful merchant and ship owner who amassed considerable wealth through his trading ventures.

While the surname Lustina has its roots in Italy, it has since spread to other parts of the world, although its prevalence remains relatively low compared to more common Italian surnames. Nonetheless, the name carries a rich historical legacy, with its origins deeply intertwined with the cultural and intellectual traditions of Renaissance Italy.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Lustina

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

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 Lustina 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.

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

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