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

Pedone, 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 Pedone surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Pedone in America

Pedone is the 21307th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Pedone surname appeared 1,230 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 Pedone.

We can also compare 2010 data for Pedone 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 Pedone

The surname Pedone is of Italian origin, with roots dating back to the medieval era. It is derived from the Italian word "pedone," which means "foot soldier" or "pedestrian." This suggests that the name may have originated as a descriptive surname for someone who served as a foot soldier or traveled on foot.

The earliest known records of the Pedone surname can be traced back to the 13th century in various regions of Italy, particularly in the northern regions such as Lombardy and Piedmont. In those times, surnames were often derived from occupations, physical characteristics, or place of origin.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Pedone surname appears in a document from the town of Pavia, dated 1276, which mentions a certain "Johannes Pedone." This indicates that the name had already been established in that region by the late 13th century.

In the 14th century, the Pedone surname is found in various records and manuscripts from other parts of Italy, including the cities of Milan and Genoa. This suggests that the name had spread to other regions, likely through the migration of individuals or families bearing the surname.

During the Renaissance period, several notable individuals bore the Pedone surname. One such figure was Antonio Pedone (1451-1518), a renowned Italian painter and sculptor from Cremona. His works can be found in various churches and museums across Italy.

Another notable individual was Gian Battista Pedone (1547-1622), a Genoese mathematician and astronomer who made significant contributions to the study of optics and the construction of telescopes. His writings on optics and astronomy were highly influential in the scientific community of his time.

In the 17th century, the Pedone surname appears in records from the city of Naples, where a family of noble lineage bore the name. One member of this family, Tommaso Pedone (1635-1701), was a prominent lawyer and jurist who served as a magistrate in the courts of Naples.

During the 18th century, the Pedone surname gained recognition in the literary world. Giuseppe Pedone (1720-1792) was an Italian poet and playwright from Turin, known for his satirical works and comedic plays that explored the social and political issues of his time.

In the 19th century, the Pedone surname continued to be associated with various professions and fields. One notable figure was Vincenzo Pedone (1815-1887), an Italian architect and engineer from Naples who contributed to the design and construction of several notable buildings and infrastructure projects in the city.

Throughout its history, the Pedone surname has maintained a strong presence in various regions of Italy, with individuals bearing the name making contributions in various fields, including the arts, sciences, law, and literature. While the specific origins of the name may be rooted in occupational or descriptive beginnings, it has evolved to become a distinctive Italian surname with a rich historical legacy.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Pedone

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

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

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