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

Maceri, 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 Maceri surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Maceri in America

Maceri is the 89069th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Maceri surname appeared 208 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 Maceri.

We can also compare 2010 data for Maceri 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 Maceri

The surname MACERI originates from Italy, with its roots tracing back to the medieval era. It is believed to have derived from the Italian word "macero," which means "to soak" or "to steep." This suggests that the name likely originated from an occupation or trade associated with the process of soaking or steeping materials, such as in the textile or leather industries.

One of the earliest known references to the MACERI name can be found in the records of the city of Siena, Tuscany, dating back to the 13th century. These records document a family by the name of MACERI, who were prominent merchants and traders in the region.

In the 14th century, a notable figure named Giovanni MACERI (c. 1320-1390) was recorded as a respected lawyer and legal scholar in the city of Florence. His writings and legal opinions were widely recognized and influential during his time.

The MACERI name also appears in the historical records of the city of Naples, where a family by that name held significant influence and wealth during the Renaissance period. One prominent member, Antonio MACERI (1475-1542), was a renowned artist and architect who contributed to the design of several churches and palaces in Naples.

In the 16th century, the MACERI name gained further recognition through the works of Girolamo MACERI (1520-1598), a Venetian scholar and humanist. His writings on philosophy, literature, and the classics were highly regarded throughout Europe.

Another notable figure associated with the MACERI name was Lucrezia MACERI (1680-1743), a pioneering female sculptor from Rome. Her works, which include intricate marble and bronze sculptures, can be found in various churches and museums across Italy.

Over the centuries, variations in the spelling of the MACERI name have emerged, such as Maceri, Macceri, and Macerio, reflecting the regional dialects and linguistic influences of different parts of Italy. However, the core meaning and origin of the name remain rooted in the historical traditions and occupations of the Italian peninsula.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Maceri

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

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

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