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

Mirro, 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 Mirro surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Mirro in America

Mirro is the 56588th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Mirro surname appeared 361 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 Mirro.

We can also compare 2010 data for Mirro 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 Mirro

The surname "MIRRO" is believed to have originated in Italy during the Middle Ages, though its exact roots are somewhat obscure. It is thought to be derived from the Latin word "mirrus," which referred to a type of fragrant resin or perfume. This connection suggests that the name may have been initially associated with those involved in the production or trade of such aromatic substances.

In the early 13th century, records from the northern Italian city of Milan mention a family bearing the name "de Mirro," indicating their potential association with the trade of myrrh or other fragrances. This early reference provides one of the earliest documented instances of the surname's use.

By the 14th century, the name had spread to other regions of Italy, with variations in spelling such as "Mirro," "Mirrho," and "Mirra" appearing in historical documents. One notable figure from this era was Giovanni Mirro, a renowned painter from the city of Florence, who lived between 1330 and 1390.

As the Renaissance era unfolded, the surname continued to gain prominence. In the 15th century, a family of Mirro merchants based in Venice played a significant role in the spice trade with the East. One of its members, Marco Mirro (1456-1523), was a successful trader and explorer who voyaged as far as the Spice Islands.

The 16th century saw the rise of several noteworthy individuals bearing the Mirro name. Among them was the Venetian scholar and humanist Girolamo Mirro (1490-1564), who was renowned for his contributions to the study of classical literature. Another figure was the architect and sculptor Bartolomeo Mirro (1521-1598), whose works adorned various churches and palaces throughout Italy.

As the centuries passed, the Mirro surname continued to be associated with various professions and achievements. In the 18th century, the Italian composer and violinist Antonio Mirro (1735-1798) gained recognition for his contributions to the development of chamber music.

Throughout its long history, the surname "MIRRO" has maintained a strong presence in Italy, particularly in regions such as Lombardy, Veneto, and Tuscany. While its origins may be rooted in the fragrance trade of ancient times, the name has since been carried by individuals from diverse walks of life, leaving an indelible mark on Italian culture and beyond.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Mirro

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

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

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