Pantoliano
A surname derived from the Italian word "pane" meaning bread or bread maker.
According to the 2010 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 103 Americans carry the last name Pantoliano. That puts it at #159,712 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.03 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 3,327,712 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Pantoliano surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
103
1 in 3,327,712
Census rank
#159,712
2010 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.0
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
101
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 101 bearers of the surname Pantoliano in its 2010 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.03 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 159712th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Pantoliano, the largest self-reported group is White at 82.2%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (16.8%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Pantoliano
The surname Pantoliano originates from Italy, more specifically from the regions of Campania and Lazio. It is believed to have its roots dating back to the 15th century. The name is derived from the Italian word "pantano," meaning "swamp" or "marshy area."
It is possible that the name was originally used as a toponymic surname, referring to individuals who lived in or near a swampy region. Variations in spelling found in historical records include Pantoliano, Pantoliani, and Pantoliana.
One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Pantoliano can be found in a document from the city of Naples, dated 1487, where a certain Giovanni Pantoliano is listed as a landowner. Another notable early reference comes from a tax record in the town of Gaeta, dated 1521, which includes the name Pantoliana.
In the 17th century, a notable figure named Francesco Pantoliano (1624-1698) was a renowned sculptor and architect from Naples. His works can still be admired in various churches and palaces across southern Italy.
During the 19th century, a prominent Pantoliano was Giuseppe Pantoliano (1832-1912), a lawyer and politician from the town of Caserta. He served as a member of the Italian Parliament and was known for his advocacy of workers' rights.
Another notable individual was Maria Pantoliano (1887-1964), a writer and poet from Rome. Her collection of poems, titled "Canti del Pantano" (Songs of the Swamp), was widely acclaimed and reflected her deep connection to her family's roots in the marshy regions of Lazio.
In the 20th century, one of the most famous bearers of the name was Antonio Pantoliano (1919-2003), a renowned chef and restaurateur from Naples. His restaurant, Trattoria Pantoliano, was a popular destination for locals and tourists alike, known for its authentic Neapolitan cuisine.
While the name Pantoliano is not among the most common surnames in Italy today, it has a rich historical legacy, with its roots deeply intertwined with the swampy landscapes of southern Italy and the diverse contributions of its bearers across various fields over the centuries.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Pantoliano
Among Census respondents with the surname Pantoliano, the largest self-reported group is White at 82.2%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (16.8%).
The bar chart below shows how Pantoliano bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2010 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Pantoliano surname at the time of the 2010 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White82.2%
- Hispanic or Latino16.8%
Year on year
2010 vs 2010 Census
How has the Pantoliano surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
| Metric | 2010 | 2010 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #159,712 | #159,712 | 0.0% |
| Count | 101 | 101 | 0.0% |
| Per 100K | 0.03 | 0.03 | 0.0% |
Between the 2010 and 2010 Census, the number of Pantoliano bearers went from 101 to 101 (+0.0% change). The surname held its position in the national ranking, going from #159,712 to #159,712.
Notable bearers
Famous people with the surname Pantoliano
FAQ
Pantoliano surname: questions and answers
How common is the last name Pantoliano?
The surname Pantoliano holds position #159,712 in the US Census Bureau's surname ranking, with an estimated 103 living bearers. It occurs at a rate of 0.03 per 100,000 Americans.
What is the ethnic background of the Pantoliano surname?
Among Census respondents with the surname Pantoliano, the largest self-reported group is White at 82.2%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (16.8%). These figures come from the 2010 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Where does this surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These tables list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2010 Census, along with a frequency rate and self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.