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

Maggipinto, 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 Maggipinto surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Maggipinto in America

Maggipinto is the 151532nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Maggipinto surname appeared 108 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 Maggipinto.

The history of the last name Maggipinto

The surname Maggipinto originated in Italy, likely during the medieval period. It is believed to be derived from the Italian words "maggio" meaning "May" and "pinto" meaning "painted" or "colored." This suggests that the name may have initially referred to someone who lived near a location or landmark that was particularly colorful or vibrant during the month of May.

The earliest known records of the Maggipinto name can be traced back to the regions of Campania and Lazio in central and southern Italy. In the 14th century, there are references to a family with the surname Maggipinto residing in the town of Capua, near Naples. During this time, the name was sometimes spelled as "Magiopinto" or "Maggepinto."

One notable historical figure bearing the Maggipinto surname was Giovanni Maggipinto, a prominent lawyer and judge who lived in Rome during the 15th century. He is mentioned in several legal documents and court records from that era, indicating that the family held a respected position in society.

In the 16th century, the name appears in the records of the town of Frosinone, located in the province of Lazio. A merchant named Vincenzo Maggipinto is recorded as having traded goods between Frosinone and other cities in the region.

Another individual of note was Francesco Maggipinto, a renowned artist and fresco painter who lived in Naples during the late 17th century. His works can still be admired in several churches and palaces throughout the city, showcasing his talent for vibrant and detailed paintings.

In the 19th century, a man named Luca Maggipinto was a prominent figure in the Italian unification movement, advocating for the unification of the various states and kingdoms that existed on the Italian peninsula at that time. He played an active role in the political and social movements of that era.

Throughout history, variations of the Maggipinto surname have also been found in other parts of Italy, such as Sicily and Calabria, indicating that the name had spread to different regions over time. However, the origins and earliest recorded instances of the name can be traced back to central and southern Italy, particularly the areas around Naples and Rome.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Maggipinto

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

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

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