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

Marmora, 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 Marmora surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Marmora in America

Marmora is the 118185th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Marmora surname appeared 147 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 Marmora.

We can also compare 2010 data for Marmora 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 Marmora

The surname Marmora originates from Italy and dates back to the medieval period. It is believed to be derived from the Latin word "marmor," meaning marble, suggesting that the name may have been associated with individuals involved in the marble trade or those residing in areas known for marble quarrying.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname Marmora can be found in the Codex Diplomaticus Cavensis, a collection of medieval documents from the Abbey of Cava in Southern Italy, dating back to the 11th century. The name appears in various spellings, such as "de Marmora" and "Marmorea," indicating its connection to the marble industry.

In the 13th century, the name Marmora was documented in the Venetian Republic, where it was associated with the prestigious Marmora family, renowned for their involvement in maritime trade and naval activities. The family's coat of arms featured a marble column, further reinforcing the name's connection to marble.

During the Renaissance period, the surname Marmora gained prominence in Italy. Notable individuals bearing this name include Antonio Marmora (1499-1572), a renowned sculptor and architect from Carrara, known for his work on the Cathedral of Genoa and the Palazzo Doria-Spinola.

Another influential figure was Giovanni Marmora (1536-1612), a Genoese nobleman and military leader who played a crucial role in the Italian Wars of the 16th century. He is renowned for his strategic defense of the city of Genoa against the French forces.

In the 18th century, the Marmora surname was also present in the Kingdom of Naples, where it was associated with several notable families. One such individual was Vincenzo Marmora (1732-1805), a prominent lawyer and jurist who served as a judge in the Supreme Court of Naples.

The name Marmora has also been linked to various place names throughout Italy, such as Marmora d'Istria (now known as Marmora, Croatia), a town situated on the Istrian peninsula, which was once part of the Venetian Republic. This connection suggests that the surname may have originated from individuals hailing from or associated with this particular region.

Throughout history, the surname Marmora has been carried by individuals from diverse backgrounds, including artists, military leaders, noblemen, and legal professionals. Despite its Italian origins, the name has also been found in other parts of Europe and beyond, reflecting the migration patterns and cultural exchanges that have shaped the distribution of surnames over time.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Marmora

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

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

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