2010
#134,712
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 125
First available Census row
Per 100,000 0.04
Very Rare Last name
Nigaglioni
A surname potentially derived from an Italian place name or describing a personal characteristic.
According to the 2020 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 127 Americans carry the last name Nigaglioni. That puts it at #148,665 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 2,698,853 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Nigaglioni surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, a multi-census history view, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
127
1 in 2,698,853
Census rank
#148,665
2020 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.0
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
111
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 111 bearers of the surname Nigaglioni in its 2020 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 148665th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Nigaglioni, the largest self-reported group is Hispanic at 89.2%. The next largest groups are White (9.0%) and American Indian/Alaska Native (0.9%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Nigaglioni
The surname NIGAGLIONI has its roots in the coastal regions of southern Italy, particularly the areas around Naples and the Amalfi Coast, dating back to the 15th century. It is believed to be derived from the Italian phrase "niga gli oni," which roughly translates to "deny the burdens" or "reject the obligations." This phrase was likely used to describe someone who refused to bear certain responsibilities or pay taxes, suggesting a potential connection to a defiant or rebellious ancestor.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in a 16th-century tax register from the town of Positano, where a certain Giovanni NIGAGLIONI is listed as a landowner. This document provides evidence of the surname's existence and its association with the region during that time period.
In the 17th century, a notable figure bearing the NIGAGLIONI name was Nicola NIGAGLIONI, a merchant and ship owner from the island of Ischia. He is mentioned in several maritime records from the port of Naples, indicating his involvement in the lucrative trade routes of the Mediterranean.
The 18th century saw the birth of Antonio NIGAGLIONI (1732-1812), a renowned painter and fresco artist from the town of Amalfi. His works can still be found adorning the walls of several churches and noble residences throughout the region, showcasing his exceptional talent and skill.
Moving into the 19th century, a prominent individual with the NIGAGLIONI surname was Giuseppe NIGAGLIONI (1845-1923), a lawyer and politician who served as the mayor of Positano for several terms. He was known for his efforts in promoting local infrastructure and economic development, leaving a lasting impact on the town.
Another noteworthy figure was Maria NIGAGLIONI (1871-1948), a renowned author and poet from the city of Naples. Her poetic works, which often explored themes of love, nature, and the beauty of the Neapolitan culture, were widely celebrated and earned her recognition throughout Italy.
While the NIGAGLIONI surname may not be as widely known as some others, its rich history and connection to the vibrant coastal regions of southern Italy make it a unique and fascinating name with a storied past.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Nigaglioni
Among Census respondents with the surname Nigaglioni, the largest self-reported group is Hispanic at 89.2%. The next largest groups are White (9.0%) and American Indian/Alaska Native (0.9%).
The bar chart below shows how Nigaglioni bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2020 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Percentages are shown for every Census year so the breakdown stays comparable over time. When the source file also includes raw headcounts, Name Census shows those alongside the percentages in the legend.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Nigaglioni surname at the time of the 2020 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- Hispanic or Latino89.2% · 99
- White9.0% · 10
- American Indian and Alaska Native0.9% · 1
- Two or more races0.9% · 1
Timeline
Historical Census data for Nigaglioni
Nigaglioni appears in 2 published Census surname files: 2010, 2020. The cards below show how the name's rank and bearer count changed across each release.
2020
#148,665
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 111
-14 bearers (-11.2%)
Per 100,000 0.04
Rank movement Down 13,953 places
| Year | Rank | Count | Per 100K | Count change | Rank change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | #134,712 | 125 | 0.04 | First available Census row | First available Census row |
| 2020 | #148,665 | 111 | 0.04 | -14 bearers (-11.2%) | Down 13,953 places |
For 2020, the Census Bureau published race and Hispanic-origin columns as counts rather than percentages. Name Census converts those counts back into shares so the ancestry section stays comparable with the older surname files.
Year on year
2010 vs 2020 Census
How has the Nigaglioni surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
20102020
| Metric | 2010 | 2020 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #134,712 | #148,665 | -10.4% |
| Count | 125 | 111 | -11.2% |
| Per 100K | 0.04 | 0.04 | -7.2% |
Between the 2010 and 2020 Census, the number of Nigaglioni bearers went from 125 to 111 (-11.2% change). The surname moved down 13,953 positions in the national ranking, going from #134,712 to #148,665.
FAQ
Nigaglioni surname: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. have the surname Nigaglioni?
Name Census estimates that about 127 living Americans carry the surname Nigaglioni. Using the current population baseline, that works out to roughly 1 in 2,698,853 residents.
How common is Nigaglioni?
Nigaglioni ranks #148,665 in the 2020 Census surname tables and is classified on this site as "Very Rare." The Census recorded the name at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, which is about 0 people out of every 100,000.
How many people with this surname were counted in the Census?
The raw 2020 Census file counted 111 people with the surname Nigaglioni. That is different from the site's living-bearer estimate (127), which projects the surname's present-day count by applying the Census frequency rate to the current U.S. population.
What does 0.04 per 100,000 actually mean?
It is the Census Bureau's normalized frequency measure. A rate of 0.04 per 100,000 means that if you picked a random group of 100,000 U.S. residents, you would expect about 0 of them to have the surname Nigaglioni.
Has Nigaglioni become more or less common over time?
Between 2010 and 2020, the surname Nigaglioni went from 125 recorded bearers to 111. That is a decrease of 14 (-11.2%). In the national ranking it fell from #134,712 to #148,665.
What does the Census say about the background of Nigaglioni?
Among Census respondents with the surname Nigaglioni, the largest self-reported group is Hispanic at 89.2%. The next largest groups are White (9.0%) and American Indian/Alaska Native (0.9%). These figures come from the 2020 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Which group reports this surname most often?
Hispanic is the largest self-reported group for the surname Nigaglioni in the 2020 Census, accounting for 89.2% (99 people in the source table).
What is the full ancestry breakdown?
Nigaglioni appears across multiple self-reported groups in the Census data. The largest shares in the 2020 file are Hispanic (89.2%), White (9.0%), American Indian/Alaska Native (0.9%). For 2020, the source file also published raw headcounts for each group, which is why this page can show both percentages and counts in the ancestry section.
Is this page using the latest Census data?
Yes. This page is using the latest surname file currently loaded on Name Census, which is 2020. The historical section above also keeps any older Census surname entries we have for Nigaglioni (2010, 2020).
Does the Census include every surname?
No. The Census Bureau only publishes surnames that appeared at least 100 times in a given decennial Census. That means very rare surnames are excluded entirely, and a surname can appear in one Census release but disappear from a later one if it falls below the reporting threshold.
Why don't the ancestry percentages always add up to exactly 100%?
There are two main reasons: rounding and suppression. The Census Bureau rounds published values, and it may suppress very small cells to protect privacy. For 2020, the Bureau also published raw group counts rather than direct percentages, so Name Census converts those counts back into shares for comparability across census years.
What does Nigaglioni mean?
A surname potentially derived from an Italian place name or describing a personal characteristic. The fuller origin note on this page goes into more detail.
Where does the surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These files list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2020 Census, along with a count, a per-100,000 rate, and a self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.
How does Name Census estimate living bearers?
For surnames, Name Census does not age cohorts the way it does for first names. Instead, it takes the Census Bureau's published frequency for Nigaglioni (0.04 per 100,000) and applies that rate to the current U.S. resident population to estimate how many living Americans have the surname today.
How common is the surname Nigaglioni?
You can see how many people are called Nigaglioni on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — same data roots, lighter UI.