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

Manio, 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 Manio surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Manio in America

Manio is the 65964th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Manio surname appeared 300 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 Manio.

We can also compare 2010 data for Manio 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 Manio

The surname Manio originated in Italy, with roots tracing back to the 13th century. It is believed to have derived from the Italian word "manio," meaning "hand," suggesting an occupation or trade related to manual labor or craftsmanship.

The earliest known records of the Manio name can be found in historical documents from the regions of Tuscany and Emilia-Romagna, where it was particularly prevalent. Variations in spelling, such as Manini and Maniotti, were also common during this period.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Manio surname appears in the Florentine Codex of 1298, which lists a certain Guido Manio as a landowner in the vicinity of Florence. This document provides valuable insight into the family's establishment and influence in the region during the late medieval era.

In the 16th century, the Manio name gained further prominence with the rise of Giulio Manio, a renowned Renaissance sculptor and architect born in Bologna in 1520. His most notable works include the sculpted decorations adorning the Palazzo dei Banchi in Bologna and the Basilica of San Petronio, which he co-designed.

Another notable figure bearing the Manio surname was Vincenzo Manio, a 17th-century painter from Siena. His works can be found in various churches and galleries throughout Tuscany, with his most celebrated piece being the altarpiece "The Adoration of the Magi" in the Church of San Domenico in Siena.

In the 18th century, the Manio family established a presence in the region of Veneto, where Pietro Manio (1712-1784) became a prominent merchant and philanthropist in the city of Venice. He was known for his generous contributions to the establishment of several charitable institutions in the city.

Another influential Manio was Giuseppe Manio (1789-1864), a renowned lawyer and political figure from Milan. He played a significant role in the Italian unification movement, serving as a member of the Provisional Government of Lombardy during the Revolutions of 1848.

Over the centuries, the Manio surname has been carried across various regions of Italy, with many individuals making significant contributions to the arts, politics, and commerce. While the name may have evolved in spelling and pronunciation, its roots remain deeply intertwined with Italy's rich cultural heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Manio

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

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

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