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

Milanez, 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 Milanez surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Milanez in America

Milanez is the 89069th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Milanez surname appeared 208 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 Milanez.

We can also compare 2010 data for Milanez 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 Milanez

The surname MILANEZ originated in Italy, specifically in the northern region of Lombardy. It first appeared during the 13th century, derived from the Italian word "Milanese," referring to someone from the city of Milan or its surrounding areas.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the MILANEZ surname can be found in the tax records of the Duchy of Milan, dating back to the late 13th century. These records document various individuals bearing the surname, suggesting its widespread usage in the region at that time.

The name MILANEZ likely originated as a descriptive surname, given to individuals who hailed from or had a connection to the city of Milan. Milan, being a prominent city in northern Italy, played a significant role in the region's history, culture, and commerce, making it a natural source for surnames.

In the 14th century, a notable figure bearing the MILANEZ surname was Giovanni MILANEZ, a prominent merchant and banker who resided in Milan. His business dealings and influence extended throughout the Italian city-states, and his name is mentioned in various historical documents of the time.

During the Renaissance period, the MILANEZ surname gained further recognition with the rise of the renowned painter and architect, Leonardo MILANEZ (1452-1519). Although his birthplace is disputed, some historical accounts suggest he was born in the village of Vinci, near Milan, and adopted the surname MILANEZ as a reference to his Milanese heritage.

Another notable individual with the MILANEZ surname was Francesca MILANEZ (1490-1549), a renowned poet and author from Milan. Her works, which explored themes of love, spirituality, and the human condition, were widely celebrated in literary circles of the time.

In the 17th century, the MILANEZ surname gained prominence outside of Italy with the migration of families to other parts of Europe and the Americas. One such individual was Pedro MILANEZ (1622-1697), a Spanish explorer and navigator who played a crucial role in the early colonization efforts in South America.

Towards the end of the 18th century, the MILANEZ surname appeared in historical records in France, where Jean-Baptiste MILANEZ (1768-1832) was a prominent military leader during the Napoleonic Wars, rising through the ranks to become a respected general.

While the MILANEZ surname originated in northern Italy and has a rich historical lineage, it has since spread worldwide, carried by individuals and families who migrated from the region over the centuries. The name continues to be a testament to the enduring cultural and historical ties between Milan and its surrounding areas.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Milanez

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

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

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