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

Motino, 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 Motino surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Motino in America

Motino is the 91625th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Motino surname appeared 201 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 Motino.

The history of the last name Motino

The surname "MOTINO" is believed to have its origins in Italy, specifically in the region of Calabria during the 13th century. The name is thought to be derived from the Latin word "motinus," which means "mountain dweller" or "highlander." This suggests that the earliest bearers of the name were likely inhabitants of the mountainous areas of Calabria.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in a document from the Archivio di Stato di Napoli (State Archives of Naples), dated 1278. The document mentions a certain "Giovanni Motino," who was a landowner in the town of Cosenza, located in the heart of Calabria. This indicates that the name was already in use by the late 13th century.

In the 15th century, the name appeared in several historical records from the city of Reggio Calabria, which was a prominent center of trade and commerce during that time. One notable figure was Antonio Motino, a wealthy merchant who lived between 1420 and 1487. He was known for his successful trading ventures with the Ottoman Empire and his contributions to the local economy.

During the 16th century, the Motino family gained prominence in the region of Basilicata, which borders Calabria. A branch of the family settled in the town of Potenza, where they established themselves as landowners and local aristocrats. One of the most renowned members of this branch was Girolamo Motino (1512-1589), who served as a magistrate and played a significant role in the administration of the town.

As the name spread across Italy, it also appeared in various historical documents and records from different regions. In the late 17th century, a certain Luca Motino (1648-1721) was recorded as a skilled artisan and sculptor in the city of Florence. His works can still be found adorning several churches and palaces in the Tuscan capital.

Another notable figure was Giovanni Battista Motino (1785-1862), a military officer who fought in the Napoleonic Wars and later served as a general in the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies. He was known for his bravery and leadership on the battlefield and was awarded several honors for his service.

While the surname "MOTINO" has its roots in Italy, it has since spread to other parts of the world through migration and descendants of Italian families. However, its origins can be traced back to the mountainous regions of Calabria, where it first emerged as a locational surname denoting the inhabitants of the highlands.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Motino

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

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

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