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

Osano, 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 Osano surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Osano in America

Osano is the 149395th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Osano surname appeared 110 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 Osano.

The history of the last name Osano

The surname Osano originated in Italy, with roots dating back to the 12th century. It is believed to have derived from the Italian word "osano," meaning "bold" or "daring." The name was initially found in the regions of Tuscany and Umbria, where it was associated with families known for their courage and bravery.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Osano surname can be traced back to a document from the city of Perugia in 1283, which mentions a certain Guido Osano, a local merchant and landowner. Another notable reference is found in the "Codice Diplomatico Aretino," a collection of historical documents from the city of Arezzo, where a Giovanni Osano is mentioned in a deed from 1312.

In the 15th century, the Osano family gained prominence in the city of Florence, where they were involved in the wool trade and banking industries. One notable member was Bartolomeo Osano (1420-1492), a successful merchant and financier who served as a diplomat for the Florentine Republic.

During the Renaissance period, the Osano name was also associated with the arts. Antonio Osano (1475-1544) was a renowned painter from Siena, known for his religious works and frescoes adorning churches throughout Tuscany. His contemporary, Giacomo Osano (1490-1562), was a skilled sculptor who contributed to the decoration of the Duomo in Florence.

In the 17th century, the Osano family had branches in various parts of Italy, including Naples and Rome. One notable figure was Vincenzo Osano (1612-1678), a Jesuit scholar and theologian who taught at the prestigious Roman College and authored several works on philosophy and theology.

Another notable Osano was Giuseppe Osano (1720-1787), a military officer from Naples who served in the Spanish army during the War of the Polish Succession. He later became a respected military engineer and was involved in the fortification of several cities in southern Italy.

Throughout history, the Osano surname has been associated with individuals from various walks of life, including artists, scholars, merchants, and military figures, all contributing to the rich cultural heritage of Italy.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Osano

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

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

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