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

Natoli, 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 Natoli surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Natoli in America

Natoli is the 14564th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Natoli surname appeared 2,046 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 1 people would have the surname Natoli.

We can also compare 2010 data for Natoli 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 Natoli

The surname Natoli has its origins in Italy, specifically in the region of Sicily. It is believed to have emerged during the medieval period, around the 11th or 12th century. The name is derived from the Italian word "natale," meaning "Christmas" or "birth," which suggests that it may have been initially used as a nickname or a reference to someone born around the Christmas season.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Natoli surname can be found in the Sicilian town of Noto, where it is believed to have originated. This town, known for its stunning Baroque architecture, was rebuilt after a devastating earthquake in 1693. The Natoli family is mentioned in historical documents and records from this region, indicating their presence and influence in the local community.

In the 14th century, a notable figure named Giovanni Natoli (1320-1390) was a prominent scholar and philosopher from Palermo, Sicily. He made significant contributions to the study of logic and metaphysics, and his works were widely read and discussed during his lifetime and in subsequent centuries.

Another important historical figure bearing the Natoli surname was Francesco Natoli (1543-1616), a Sicilian architect and engineer who played a key role in the construction and fortification of several cities and structures in Sicily. His most notable works include the design of the city walls and fortifications of Palermo, as well as the Palazzo dei Normanni, the historic seat of the Sicilian government.

In the 18th century, Giuseppe Natoli (1720-1798) was a renowned Sicilian painter and artist who specialized in religious and mythological themes. His works can be found in various churches and galleries throughout Sicily and Italy, and he was highly regarded for his technical skill and attention to detail.

During the 19th century, Salvatore Natoli (1808-1875) was a prominent Sicilian politician and statesman who played a significant role in the Risorgimento, the movement for Italian unification. He served as a member of the Sicilian parliament and was known for his advocacy of liberal and democratic principles.

These are just a few examples of notable individuals who bore the Natoli surname throughout history, but the name has undoubtedly been carried by many more individuals who have contributed to the rich cultural and historical tapestry of Sicily and Italy.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Natoli

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

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

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