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

Maniti, 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 Maniti surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Maniti in America

Maniti is the 152628th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Maniti surname appeared 107 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 Maniti.

The history of the last name Maniti

The surname MANITI has its origins traced back to Italy, with the earliest records dating from the late 14th century. It is believed to have originated in the region of Tuscany, specifically in the city of Siena. The name is derived from the Italian word "manito," which means "handled" or "touched," suggesting that the first bearers of this name may have been artisans or craftsmen who worked with their hands.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the MANITI name can be found in a document from the Sienese archives, dated 1387, which mentions a certain Matteo MANITI. This document suggests that the family had already established itself in the city by that time.

During the Renaissance period, the MANITI family flourished in Siena, with several members gaining prominence in various fields. Notably, Giulio MANITI (1492-1560) was a renowned painter and architect who contributed to the design and construction of several churches and palaces in the city.

In the 17th century, the MANITI family expanded beyond Siena, with branches establishing themselves in other parts of Tuscany and neighboring regions. One notable figure from this period was Giovanni MANITI (1621-1698), a scholar and philosopher who taught at the University of Pisa.

As the centuries passed, the MANITI name spread further across Italy and even beyond its borders. Pietro MANITI (1798-1874), a merchant and explorer, is credited with being one of the first Italians to establish trade links with the Far East, particularly in India and China.

Another prominent figure bearing the MANITI name was Emilia MANITI (1855-1927), a pioneering educator and advocate for women's rights. She founded one of the first schools for girls in Rome and played a significant role in the Italian feminist movement of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Throughout its history, the MANITI surname has been carried by individuals from various walks of life, including artists, scholars, merchants, and activists, contributing to the rich tapestry of Italian culture and society.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Maniti

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

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

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