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

Pacis, 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 Pacis surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Pacis in America

Pacis is the 45412th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Pacis surname appeared 471 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 Pacis.

We can also compare 2010 data for Pacis 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 Pacis

The surname PACIS is believed to have originated in Italy, with roots dating back to the medieval period. It is derived from the Latin word "pax," meaning peace or calm, suggesting that the name may have been initially bestowed upon an individual known for their peaceful demeanor or perhaps their role as a mediator or peacekeeper.

In its earliest recorded forms, the name appeared as "Paci" or "Pache" in various Italian regions, particularly in Tuscany and Umbria. These variations likely arose from local dialects and the influence of regional accents on the pronunciation of the name.

One of the earliest known references to the PACIS surname can be found in the records of the Republic of Florence, where a certain Gianni Paci was mentioned as a prominent merchant in the 14th century. This suggests that the family may have held a notable position in the thriving trade communities of medieval Italy.

During the Renaissance period, several notable figures bore the PACIS surname, including the Italian philosopher and humanist Giulio Pacis (1508-1581), who was a respected scholar and author of works on moral philosophy and ethics.

In the 17th century, the PACIS name gained further prominence with the rise of Gian Battista Pacis (1625-1699), a renowned architect and engineer from Siena. His contributions to the design and construction of several churches and palaces in Italy cemented his legacy in the architectural history of the country.

Another notable figure was the Italian painter and engraver Giacomo Pacis (1770-1845), whose works were highly acclaimed for their attention to detail and mastery of light and shadow. His paintings can be found in various galleries and museums across Italy.

As the PACIS surname spread beyond Italy, it took on variations in spelling and pronunciation in other countries. In France, for instance, the name was sometimes rendered as "Pacis" or "Pacy," while in Spain, it was adapted as "Páciz" or "Pácez."

Throughout its long history, the PACIS surname has been carried by individuals from various walks of life, including artists, scholars, merchants, and professionals, all contributing to the rich tapestry of cultural and intellectual heritage across generations.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Pacis

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

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

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