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

Natale, 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 Natale surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Natale in America

Natale is the 6188th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Natale surname appeared 5,529 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 2 people would have the surname Natale.

We can also compare 2010 data for Natale 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 Natale

The surname Natale originated in Italy, with its roots tracing back to the Middle Ages. It is derived from the Latin word "natalis," which means "relating to birth" or "connected to Christmas." This connection suggests that the name may have been given to someone born on or around Christmas Day.

In its earliest recorded form, the surname appeared as "Natale" in various Italian regions, including Sicily, Campania, and Lazio. The name can also be found in historical documents from the 13th and 14th centuries, such as municipal records and church registers.

One of the earliest known bearers of the surname Natale was Tommaso Natale, a renowned Italian painter who lived in the 14th century. His works can be found in various churches and museums throughout Italy, particularly in Naples and Palermo.

In the 15th century, the name Natale was associated with several influential families in the Kingdom of Naples. One notable figure was Girolamo Natale, a wealthy merchant and landowner who played a significant role in the city's economic and political affairs.

During the Renaissance period, the Natale family produced several notable scholars and artists. One of the most prominent was Matteo Natale, a humanist and philosopher who lived in the 16th century. His works on philosophy and rhetoric were widely read and influential during his time.

In the 17th century, the surname Natale gained prominence in the field of music. Giovanni Battista Natale was a respected composer and organist who worked in several churches and courts across Italy, including the Basilica of St. Peter in Rome.

As the name spread throughout Italy, it also found its way into other regions, such as Sardinia and Calabria. In these areas, the surname sometimes took on regional variations, such as "Natali" or "Natalizio."

Throughout history, the surname Natale has been associated with numerous notable figures, including:

1. Francesco Natale (1758-1835), an Italian botanist and naturalist known for his contributions to the study of plant taxonomy.
2. Gaetano Natale (1834-1904), an Italian composer and conductor who wrote several operas and instrumental works.
3. Vincenzo Natale (1859-1920), an Italian politician and lawyer who served as a member of the Italian Parliament.
4. Salvatore Natale (1884-1962), an Italian sculptor and artist who created numerous public monuments and works of art.
5. Concetta Natale (1908-1996), an Italian actress and singer who appeared in several films and stage productions during the mid-20th century.

While the surname Natale has its roots in Italy, it has since spread to other parts of the world due to migration and intermarriage. Today, it can be found in various countries, including the United States, Canada, and Australia, among others.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Natale

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

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

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