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

Mondelli, 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 Mondelli surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Mondelli in America

Mondelli is the 42094th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Mondelli surname appeared 516 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 Mondelli.

We can also compare 2010 data for Mondelli 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 Mondelli

The surname Mondelli originated in Italy, with the earliest records dating back to the 13th century. It is believed to have derived from the Italian word "mondo," meaning "world" or "universe," combined with the diminutive suffix "-elli," suggesting a possible connection to a place name or occupation related to the broader world or a particular region.

One of the earliest documented mentions of the Mondelli name can be found in the archives of the city of Florence, where a family bearing this surname was recorded in the year 1287. This suggests that the name may have its roots in the Tuscan region of central Italy, where Florence is located.

During the Renaissance period, several notable individuals with the Mondelli surname emerged. One such figure was Girolamo Mondelli (1510-1579), a renowned Italian sculptor and architect who contributed to the design and construction of several churches and palaces in Rome and other Italian cities.

Another prominent Mondelli was Antonio Mondelli (1632-1708), a Venetian painter known for his religious works and portraits. His paintings can be found in various churches and galleries throughout Venice and the surrounding regions.

In the 18th century, the Mondelli name gained recognition in the field of music with the composer and violinist Giovanni Battista Mondelli (1745-1821). He was celebrated for his compositions and performances throughout Italy and parts of Europe.

Moving into the 19th century, a notable figure was Cesare Mondelli (1818-1892), an Italian politician and lawyer who served as a member of the Italian parliament and played a role in the unification of Italy.

Throughout the centuries, the Mondelli surname has also been associated with various place names and their older spellings. For instance, in the region of Emilia-Romagna, there is a small town called Mondelli, which may have influenced the surname's origin or vice versa.

While the Mondelli name has its roots in Italy, it has since spread to other parts of the world through migration and intermarriage. However, its historical significance remains deeply rooted in the Italian peninsula, where it has left an indelible mark across various fields, from art and architecture to music and politics.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Mondelli

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

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

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