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

Mundi, 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 Mundi surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Mundi in America

Mundi is the 79598th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Mundi surname appeared 239 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 Mundi.

We can also compare 2010 data for Mundi 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 Mundi

The surname Mundi has its roots in the Italian language and culture, originating from the Latin word "mundus," which means "the world" or "universe." This name likely emerged during the Middle Ages, when it was not uncommon for people to be given surnames related to their occupations, personal characteristics, or places of origin.

One of the earliest known references to the Mundi surname can be found in the records of the Republic of Venice, where a nobleman named Marco Mundi was mentioned in a document dated 1372. This suggests that the name was already in use by the 14th century, at least among the elite classes of Italian society.

Over the centuries, the Mundi surname spread beyond Italy, with variants such as Mondo, Mondi, and Monda appearing in various regions of Europe. In Spain, for instance, the name Mundo was recorded as early as the 16th century, and it is believed to have been derived from the same Latin root as the Italian Mundi.

One notable individual who bore the Mundi surname was Antonio Mundi (1510-1589), an Italian mathematician and astronomer who made significant contributions to the study of celestial mechanics. His work paved the way for future advancements in astronomy and helped solidify the Mundi name's association with the scientific exploration of the universe.

Another prominent figure was Girolamo Mundi (1630-1705), an Italian architect and engineer who was renowned for his innovative designs and construction techniques. His most famous work was the Chiesa di San Giorgio Maggiore in Venice, a magnificent church that showcased his mastery of Renaissance architecture.

In the literary world, the name Mundi was carried by Giulio Mundi (1788-1856), an Italian poet and writer who was part of the Romantic movement. His poetic works celebrated the beauty of nature and the human experience, contributing to the cultural legacy of the 19th century.

Crossing the Atlantic, the Mundi surname found its way to the New World, with a notable example being José Mundi (1820-1892), a Mexican politician and diplomat who played a crucial role in shaping the country's foreign policy during the turbulent years following its independence from Spain.

Throughout the centuries, the Mundi surname has been a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Italy and the far-reaching influence of its language and traditions. From scholars and artists to statesmen and pioneers, those who have carried this name have left an indelible mark on the world they inhabited, living up to the meaning of "mundus" – the world itself.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Mundi

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

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

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