Magno
Derived from the Latin word "magnus," meaning "great" or "large," and bestowed as a nickname for a person of great importance or stature.
According to the 2010 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 3,085 Americans carry the last name Magno. That puts it at #11,846 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.90 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 111,104 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Magno surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
3.1K
1 in 111,104
Census rank
#11,846
2010 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.9
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
2.6K
rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 2,642 bearers of the surname Magno in its 2010 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.90 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 11846th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Magno, the largest self-reported group is Asian/Pacific Islander at 47.8%. The next largest groups are White (32.8%) and Hispanic (14.7%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Magno
The surname Magno originated in Italy, with roots dating back to the Roman Empire. The name is derived from the Latin word "magnus," meaning "great" or "large." It was initially used as a nickname or a descriptive term for someone who possessed qualities of greatness, either physically or in terms of character.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Magno can be found in the Codex Diplomaticus Cavensis, a collection of historical documents from the Campania region of southern Italy, dating back to the 9th century. This suggests that the name was already in use during the early medieval period in Italy.
During the Renaissance, the name Magno gained prominence, particularly in the artistic and literary circles of Italy. One notable figure was Battista Magno (1551-1612), an Italian painter and architect who was active in Rome and Naples. He is known for his contributions to the Baroque style of architecture and his works in various churches and palaces.
Another prominent individual with the surname Magno was Alessandro Magno (1556-1630), an Italian composer and music theorist. He served as the maestro di cappella (chapel master) at several churches in Venice and wrote numerous works for vocal and instrumental ensembles.
In the 18th century, the name Magno was associated with scientific and intellectual pursuits. Antonio Niccolò Magno (1718-1799) was an Italian mathematician and astronomer who made significant contributions to the study of celestial mechanics and the calculation of cometary orbits.
Moving into the 19th century, Giuseppe Magno (1803-1857) was an Italian philosopher and economist. He was a proponent of the classical school of economic thought and wrote extensively on the principles of political economy and social philosophy.
As the surname Magno spread throughout Italy and beyond, it underwent various spelling variations, such as Magni, Magne, and Magnone. These variations were often influenced by regional dialects and local traditions.
While the surname Magno is primarily associated with Italian heritage, it has also been found in other parts of Europe and the Americas, likely due to migration patterns and the spread of Italian culture over the centuries.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Magno
Among Census respondents with the surname Magno, the largest self-reported group is Asian/Pacific Islander at 47.8%. The next largest groups are White (32.8%) and Hispanic (14.7%).
The bar chart below shows how Magno bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2010 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Magno surname at the time of the 2010 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- Asian and Pacific Islander47.8%
- White32.8%
- Hispanic or Latino14.7%
- Two or more races4.3%
- Black or African American0.4%
Year on year
2010 vs 2010 Census
How has the Magno surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
| Metric | 2010 | 2010 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #11,846 | #11,846 | 0.0% |
| Count | 2,642 | 2,642 | 0.0% |
| Per 100K | 0.90 | 0.90 | 0.0% |
Between the 2010 and 2010 Census, the number of Magno bearers went from 2,642 to 2,642 (+0.0% change). The surname held its position in the national ranking, going from #11,846 to #11,846.
FAQ
Magno surname: questions and answers
How common is the last name Magno?
The surname Magno holds position #11,846 in the US Census Bureau's surname ranking, with an estimated 3,085 living bearers. It occurs at a rate of 0.90 per 100,000 Americans.
What is the ethnic background of the Magno surname?
Among Census respondents with the surname Magno, the largest self-reported group is Asian/Pacific Islander at 47.8%. The next largest groups are White (32.8%) and Hispanic (14.7%). These figures come from the 2010 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Where does this surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These tables list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2010 Census, along with a frequency rate and self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.