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

Pileggi, 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 Pileggi surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Pileggi in America

Pileggi is the 21429th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Pileggi surname appeared 1,220 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 Pileggi.

We can also compare 2010 data for Pileggi 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 Pileggi

The surname Pileggi is of Italian origin, originating from the regions of Campania and Lazio during the late medieval period. It is derived from the Italian word "pileggio," which means "fur" or "pelt," suggesting that the name may have been associated with an occupation or trade related to the fur or leather industry.

The earliest recorded instances of the name Pileggi can be traced back to the 14th century in various historical documents and records from southern Italy. One notable mention is found in the "Codice Diplomatico Barese," a collection of diplomatic documents from the city of Bari, where a certain Nicola Pileggi is referenced in a land transaction dating back to 1378.

During the Renaissance period, the Pileggi name gained prominence in the city of Naples, where several members of the family were involved in the arts and academia. Girolamo Pileggi (1470-1537), a renowned philosopher and theologian, served as a professor at the University of Naples and authored several influential works on metaphysics and theology.

In the 17th century, the Pileggi family expanded their influence to other regions of Italy, with branches established in Rome and Tuscany. One notable figure from this era was Pietro Pileggi (1615-1691), a skilled architect who contributed to the design and construction of several churches and palaces in Rome, including the Church of Sant'Agnese in Agone.

The 18th century saw the rise of Antonio Pileggi (1723-1801), a celebrated painter from Naples who specialized in portraiture and religious scenes. His works can be found in various churches and art galleries throughout Italy, including the Galleria dell'Accademia in Venice.

In more recent times, the Pileggi name has gained international recognition through the achievements of individuals like John Pileggi (1918-2016), an American mobster and associate of the Lucchese crime family, who was portrayed in the film "Goodfellas" by actor Richard Riehle.

While the Pileggi surname may have humble origins, it has left an indelible mark on Italian history, spanning various fields such as academia, architecture, art, and even organized crime. The name serves as a testament to the rich cultural heritage and diverse contributions of Italian families throughout the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Pileggi

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

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

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