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

Nugra, 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 Nugra surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Nugra in America

Nugra is the 129825th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Nugra surname appeared 131 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 Nugra.

The history of the last name Nugra

The surname NUGRA is believed to have originated in the Piedmont region of northern Italy during the medieval period, likely between the 11th and 13th centuries. It is thought to be derived from the Latin word "nugae," meaning trifles or nonsense, possibly referencing an ancestor who was known for their wit or storytelling abilities.

Historical records indicate that the NUGRA name first appeared in the town of Asti, located in the present-day province of Piedmont. One of the earliest known mentions of the name can be found in a 1239 manuscript from the Asti Cathedral archives, which references a certain Guglielmo NUGRA, a local landowner.

In the 14th century, the NUGRA family gained prominence in the nearby city of Turin, where several members held important positions within the city's governing council. One notable figure was Pietro NUGRA (c.1320-1392), a wealthy merchant and politician who served as a magistrate during the reign of Count Amadeus VI of Savoy.

As the NUGRA family spread throughout the Piedmont region and beyond, variations in spelling emerged, including Nugra, Nuggra, and Nougra. These variations can be found in various historical documents from the 15th and 16th centuries.

During the Renaissance period, the NUGRA name gained recognition in the arts and literature. One of the most celebrated figures was Giovanni Battista NUGRA (1515-1592), a renowned poet and playwright from Asti whose works were widely circulated throughout Italy and Europe.

Another notable individual was Margherita NUGRA (1560-1618), a skilled lacemaker from Turin whose intricate designs were highly sought after by the nobility of the time. Her exquisite works can still be found in museums and private collections across Italy.

In the 17th century, the NUGRA family expanded their influence beyond Italy, with members establishing themselves in other parts of Europe. One such individual was Carlo NUGRA (1625-1697), a successful merchant who settled in Antwerp, Belgium, and built a prosperous trade business with connections throughout the Low Countries.

As the centuries passed, the NUGRA name continued to spread across Europe and beyond, carried by merchants, artists, and adventurers. Despite its widespread distribution, the name remained closely tied to its Italian roots and the rich cultural heritage of the Piedmont region.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Nugra

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

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 Nugra 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.

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

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