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

Nerona, 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 Nerona surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Nerona in America

Nerona is the 126765th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Nerona surname appeared 135 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 Nerona.

We can also compare 2010 data for Nerona 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 Nerona

The surname "NERONA" is believed to have originated in the region of Liguria, located in northwestern Italy, during the late medieval period. It is thought to be derived from the Latin word "nero," meaning "black" or "dark-colored," suggesting that the name may have initially been a descriptive nickname or reference to an individual's physical appearance or complexion.

One of the earliest documented references to the name can be found in the historical records of the Republic of Genoa, a maritime republic that flourished along the Ligurian coast during the 12th and 13th centuries. The name appears in various forms, including "Nerona," "Nerone," and "Neroni," indicating that spelling variations were common during this time.

In the 14th century, the name "Nerona" is mentioned in several legal documents and property records from the town of Chiavari, located in the province of Genoa. This suggests that the name was well-established in the region and likely associated with families of notable stature or affluence.

During the Renaissance period, the surname "Nerona" gained prominence with the birth of Gian Battista Nerona (1497-1568), a Genoese painter and architect celebrated for his contributions to the Mannerist style. His works can still be admired in various churches and palaces across Genoa and the surrounding area.

Another notable bearer of the name was Antonio Nerona (1623-1701), a Ligurian scholar and historian who authored several volumes on the cultural and political history of the Republic of Genoa. His writings have become invaluable resources for understanding the region's rich heritage.

In the 18th century, the name "Nerona" appeared in connection with the town of Sestri Levante, located along the Ligurian coast. Records from this period mention a family of winemakers and merchants who played a significant role in the local economy and trade networks.

As the name spread beyond its original geographic origins, variations and adaptations emerged. For instance, in the 19th century, the spelling "Nerone" was more commonly encountered in parts of southern Italy, particularly in the regions of Campania and Calabria.

Throughout its history, the surname "Nerona" has been associated with individuals from diverse backgrounds and professions, including artists, scholars, merchants, and artisans. While its roots can be traced back to the medieval period in Liguria, the name has become widely dispersed and continues to be found across various regions of Italy and beyond.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Nerona

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

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

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