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

Nuesi, 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 Nuesi surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Nuesi in America

Nuesi is the 101737th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Nuesi surname appeared 177 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 Nuesi.

We can also compare 2010 data for Nuesi 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 Nuesi

The surname NUESI originated in Italy, with its roots tracing back to the early 15th century. It is believed to have derived from the Latin word "nuceus," meaning "nut" or "nut tree." This suggests that the name may have been associated with individuals involved in the cultivation or trade of nuts, such as walnut or chestnut farmers or merchants.

The earliest known record of the NUESI surname appears in a document from the city of Florence, dated 1427. This document mentions a certain Giovanni Nuesi, who was a respected artisan and member of the local guild. Over the following centuries, variations of the spelling emerged, including Nuesi, Nuessi, and Nuessi.

In the late 16th century, the NUESI name is documented in the town of Siena, where a family of that name owned a modest vineyard and olive grove. One notable member of this family was Antonio Nuesi (1572-1641), a skilled stonemason who contributed to the construction of several local churches and public buildings.

As the centuries progressed, the NUESI name spread across various regions of Italy, with some members migrating to other parts of Europe. In the late 18th century, a branch of the family settled in the Piedmont region, where they established themselves as successful wine merchants. Francesco Nuesi (1783-1862) was a prominent member of this branch and is believed to have played a role in introducing the famous Barolo wine to international markets.

Another noteworthy figure bearing the NUESI name was Isabella Nuesi (1812-1891), a philanthropist and patron of the arts from Naples. She is credited with establishing one of the city's earliest orphanages and supporting numerous local artists and musicians.

In the 20th century, the NUESI name gained recognition through the achievements of Luca Nuesi (1902-1978), a renowned Italian architect and urban planner. His most significant work was the masterplan for the reconstruction of Naples after the devastation of World War II, which sought to preserve the city's historic charm while incorporating modern infrastructure and amenities.

Throughout its history, the NUESI surname has been associated with various occupations and endeavors, from artisans and merchants to philanthropists and architects. While its precise origins may be shrouded in the mists of time, the name continues to hold significance as a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Italy.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Nuesi

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

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

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