2000
#123,314
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 129
First available Census row
Per 100,000 0.05
Very Rare Last name
Nisivoccia
An Italian surname potentially derived from a place name or occupation.
According to the 2020 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 133 Americans carry the last name Nisivoccia. That puts it at #145,028 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 2,577,100 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Nisivoccia 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
133
1 in 2,577,100
Census rank
#145,028
2020 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.0
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
116
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 116 bearers of the surname Nisivoccia in its 2020 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 145028th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Nisivoccia, the largest self-reported group is White at 83.6%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (12.9%) and Black (2.6%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Nisivoccia
The surname Nisivoccia has its origins in Italy, specifically in the southern regions of the country. It is believed to have emerged during the Middle Ages, around the 12th or 13th century. The name is thought to be derived from an Italian phrase or word that described a particular geographical feature or location, though its precise etymological roots are unclear.
One theory suggests that the name Nisivoccia may be connected to the Italian word "niso," which means "nose" or "promontory." This could indicate that the name originated from a place name referring to a prominent landform resembling a nose or a cliff jutting out. Another possibility is that the name is related to the Italian word "nido," meaning "nest," potentially suggesting a connection to a particular settlement or dwelling place.
While there are no definitive historical records documenting the earliest known bearers of the Nisivoccia name, it is likely that the surname first appeared in local regional records or documents from medieval Italy. Unfortunately, many of these ancient records have been lost or damaged over time, making it challenging to pinpoint the exact origins and earliest recorded instances of the name.
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the surname Nisivoccia was Giovanni Nisivoccia, who lived in the 15th century in the town of Salerno, in the Campania region of southern Italy. Records indicate that he was a skilled artisan and craftsman, known for his intricate woodcarvings and furniture-making.
Another notable figure was Lucia Nisivoccia, a 16th-century Italian poet and writer from Naples. Her collection of sonnets and literary works, published in 1587, garnered critical acclaim and provided valuable insights into the cultural and societal norms of the time.
In the 17th century, Pietro Nisivoccia, a renowned architect from Calabria, gained recognition for his innovative designs and contributions to the reconstruction efforts in the aftermath of the devastating earthquake that struck the region in 1638.
During the 18th century, Antonio Nisivoccia, a wealthy landowner and businessman from Puglia, played a significant role in the development of the local agricultural industry. His innovative farming techniques and philanthropic endeavors left a lasting impact on the region.
In more recent times, Marianna Nisivoccia, born in 1912 in Sicily, was a pioneering educator and advocate for women's rights. Her dedication to providing equal educational opportunities for girls and her tireless efforts to promote gender equality earned her widespread respect and admiration.
While the surname Nisivoccia may not be as widely known as some other Italian surnames, its rich history and the contributions of its bearers have left an indelible mark on various aspects of Italian culture and society over the centuries.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Nisivoccia
Among Census respondents with the surname Nisivoccia, the largest self-reported group is White at 83.6%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (12.9%) and Black (2.6%).
The bar chart below shows how Nisivoccia 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 Nisivoccia surname at the time of the 2020 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White83.6% · 97
- Hispanic or Latino12.9% · 15
- Black or African American2.6% · 3
- American Indian and Alaska Native0.9% · 1
Timeline
Historical Census data for Nisivoccia
Nisivoccia appears in 3 published Census surname files: 2000, 2010, 2020. The cards below show how the name's rank and bearer count changed across each release.
2010
#125,282
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 137
+8 bearers (+6.2%)
Per 100,000 0.05
Rank movement Down 1,968 places
2020
#145,028
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 116
-21 bearers (-15.3%)
Per 100,000 0.04
Rank movement Down 19,746 places
| Year | Rank | Count | Per 100K | Count change | Rank change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | #123,314 | 129 | 0.05 | First available Census row | First available Census row |
| 2010 | #125,282 | 137 | 0.05 | +8 bearers (+6.2%) | Down 1,968 places |
| 2020 | #145,028 | 116 | 0.04 | -21 bearers (-15.3%) | Down 19,746 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 Nisivoccia 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 | #125,282 | #145,028 | -15.8% |
| Count | 137 | 116 | -15.3% |
| Per 100K | 0.05 | 0.04 | -22.4% |
Between the 2010 and 2020 Census, the number of Nisivoccia bearers went from 137 to 116 (-15.3% change). The surname moved down 19,746 positions in the national ranking, going from #125,282 to #145,028.
FAQ
Nisivoccia surname: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. have the surname Nisivoccia?
Name Census estimates that about 133 living Americans carry the surname Nisivoccia. Using the current population baseline, that works out to roughly 1 in 2,577,100 residents.
How common is Nisivoccia?
Nisivoccia ranks #145,028 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 116 people with the surname Nisivoccia. That is different from the site's living-bearer estimate (133), 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 Nisivoccia.
Has Nisivoccia become more or less common over time?
Between 2010 and 2020, the surname Nisivoccia went from 137 recorded bearers to 116. That is a decrease of 21 (-15.3%). In the national ranking it fell from #125,282 to #145,028.
What does the Census say about the background of Nisivoccia?
Among Census respondents with the surname Nisivoccia, the largest self-reported group is White at 83.6%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (12.9%) and Black (2.6%). 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?
White is the largest self-reported group for the surname Nisivoccia in the 2020 Census, accounting for 83.6% (97 people in the source table).
What is the full ancestry breakdown?
Nisivoccia appears across multiple self-reported groups in the Census data. The largest shares in the 2020 file are White (83.6%), Hispanic (12.9%), Black (2.6%). 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 Nisivoccia (2000, 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 Nisivoccia mean?
An Italian surname potentially derived from a place name or occupation. 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 Nisivoccia (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 many people share the surname Nisivoccia?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.