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

Orsino, 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 Orsino surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Orsino in America

Orsino is the 40144th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Orsino surname appeared 546 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 Orsino.

We can also compare 2010 data for Orsino 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 Orsino

The surname Orsino has its origins in Italy, specifically in the region of Tuscany. It is believed to have emerged during the medieval period, possibly as early as the 11th or 12th century. The name is derived from the Latin word "ursinus," which means "bear-like" or "of a bear." This suggests that the name may have been initially used as a nickname or descriptive term for someone with a bear-like appearance or demeanor.

One of the earliest documented references to the name Orsino can be found in the records of the Republic of Florence, where it was mentioned in connection with a prominent family from the city. The Orsini family, as it was known, played a significant role in the political and cultural life of Florence during the Renaissance period.

In the 13th century, the name Orsino appeared in historical records related to the town of Orsino, located in the province of Viterbo, Lazio. This town's name is believed to have influenced the spelling and pronunciation of the surname. Over time, variations of the name, such as Orso and Orsini, also emerged.

One notable figure with the surname Orsino was Virginio Orsini, an Italian condottiero (mercenary leader) who lived from 1441 to 1499. He was a prominent military commander and served under various Italian rulers, including the Sforza family in Milan and the Medici family in Florence.

Another individual of historical significance was Fulvio Orsini (1529-1600), an Italian humanist, scholar, and writer. He was known for his contributions to the study of classical literature and his extensive collection of ancient manuscripts.

In the realm of art, the name Orsino is associated with the Italian Renaissance painter Gian Battista Orsini (c. 1510-1558). He was a prominent figure in the Venetian School of painting and is best known for his religious works and portraits.

Lelio Orsini (1508-1564) was a prominent Italian cardinal and diplomat who served as the Archbishop of Trani and the Bishop of Forlì. He played a significant role in the Council of Trent, a major ecumenical council of the Catholic Church.

Paolo Giordano Orsini (1591-1656) was an Italian prelate who served as the Duke of Bracciano and the Prince of Vicovaro. He was a prominent figure in the Roman nobility and held various ecclesiastical and military positions during his lifetime.

While the surname Orsino has its roots in Italy, it has since spread to other parts of the world, particularly through migration and intermarriage. However, the historical details provided focus primarily on the name's origins and its significance within the Italian context.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Orsino

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

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

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