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

Paci, 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 Paci surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Paci in America

Paci is the 45886th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Paci surname appeared 465 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 Paci.

We can also compare 2010 data for Paci 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 Paci

The surname PACI is of Italian origin, with its roots tracing back to the medieval period. It is believed to have originated from the Lazio region, specifically in the areas surrounding Rome. The name is derived from the Latin word "pax," meaning peace, and was likely given as a nickname to someone who had a peaceful demeanor or played a role in promoting peace and harmony.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the PACI surname can be found in a 13th-century document from the city of Viterbo, where a certain Petrus Paci is listed as a landowner. This suggests that the surname had already established itself in the region by that time.

In the 14th century, the PACI name appeared in several historical records from the Papal States. For instance, a certain Giovanni Paci was mentioned in a papal bull issued by Pope Clement VI in 1342, indicating that individuals bearing this surname held positions of importance within the Catholic Church.

During the Renaissance period, the PACI surname gained further prominence. One notable figure was Luca Paci, a renowned painter from Urbino who lived from 1457 to 1537. His works, which included frescoes and altarpieces, can still be found in various churches and galleries across Italy.

Another prominent individual was Giacomo Paci, a 16th-century military commander who served under Pope Julius III. Born in 1510, he played a crucial role in defending the Papal States against foreign invasions and is often credited with strengthening the papal army's capabilities.

In the 17th century, the PACI name was associated with the world of literature. Antonio Paci, born in 1647 in Siena, was a celebrated poet and playwright who authored numerous works, including the famous pastoral drama "L'Arcadia Felice."

As the PACI surname spread beyond its original territory, it also found its way into various place names. For example, the town of Paciano, located in the province of Perugia, is believed to have derived its name from the PACI family, who may have been among the early settlers or landowners in the area.

While the PACI surname has its roots in Italy, it has since been carried to other parts of the world by Italian emigrants, ensuring that the legacy of this name continues to endure across generations and cultures.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Paci

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

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

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