2000
#45,149
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 447
First available Census row
Per 100,000 0.17
Very Rare Last name
Pingitore
An Italian occupational surname derived from "pingitore," meaning "painter."
According to the 2020 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 532 Americans carry the last name Pingitore. That puts it at #49,062 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.16 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 644,275 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Pingitore surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, a multi-census history view, 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
532
1 in 644,275
Census rank
#49,062
2020 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.2
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
464
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 464 bearers of the surname Pingitore in its 2020 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.16 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 49062nd position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Pingitore, the largest self-reported group is White at 94.0%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (3.4%) and Two or More Races (1.3%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Pingitore
The surname Pingitore originated in Italy, with its earliest recorded instances dating back to the 15th century. The name is believed to have derived from the Italian word "pingere," meaning "to paint," suggesting an association with the occupation of a painter or artist.
Pingitore is a localized surname, primarily found in the regions of Sicily and Calabria, where it gained prominence during the Renaissance era. Historical records from that time period indicate that the name was commonly found among skilled artisans and painters who contributed to the flourishing artistic traditions of these regions.
One of the earliest documented references to the Pingitore surname can be found in the municipal archives of Palermo, Sicily, where a certain Vincenzo Pingitore was recorded as a respected painter and fresco artist in the late 15th century. His works adorned several churches and noble residences in the city, earning him a reputation as a master of his craft.
In the 16th century, the Pingitore family gained further recognition with the birth of Michele Pingitore (1550-1635), a renowned historian and author from Palermo. His seminal work, "Historia Panormi," chronicled the rich history and cultural heritage of his hometown, providing invaluable insights into the lives and customs of the era.
Another notable figure bearing the Pingitore surname was Giuseppe Pingitore (1700-1778), a celebrated sculptor from Catania, Sicily. His intricate marble sculptures adorned numerous churches and public spaces throughout the region, showcasing his exceptional talent and contributing to the artistic legacy of Sicily.
In the 19th century, the Pingitore name gained international recognition with the birth of Pasquale Pingitore (1835-1902), a Sicilian painter and engraver who studied and worked in Paris, France. His vibrant landscapes and portraits earned him critical acclaim, and his works can be found in prestigious art collections across Europe.
Lastly, Antonio Pingitore (1890-1967), a renowned artist from Reggio Calabria, left a lasting impact on the Italian art scene with his distinctive Impressionist-inspired paintings. His works captured the essence of everyday life in southern Italy, earning him numerous accolades and exhibitions in major Italian cities.
Throughout its history, the Pingitore surname has been closely associated with the artistic traditions of Italy, particularly in the regions of Sicily and Calabria. Its origins as a name derived from the word "pingere" have been reflected in the remarkable contributions of its bearers to the realms of painting, sculpture, and the visual arts.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Pingitore
Among Census respondents with the surname Pingitore, the largest self-reported group is White at 94.0%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (3.4%) and Two or More Races (1.3%).
The bar chart below shows how Pingitore bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2020 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.
Percentages are shown for every Census year so the breakdown stays comparable over time. When the source file also includes raw headcounts, Name Census shows those alongside the percentages in the legend.
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 Pingitore surname at the time of the 2020 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White94.0% · 436
- Hispanic or Latino3.4% · 16
- Two or more races1.3% · 6
- Black or African American0.6% · 3
- American Indian and Alaska Native0.4% · 2
- Asian and Pacific Islander0.2% · 1
Timeline
Historical Census data for Pingitore
Pingitore appears in 3 published Census surname files: 2000, 2010, 2020. The cards below show how the name's rank and bearer count changed across each release.
2010
#47,966
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 441
-6 bearers (-1.3%)
Per 100,000 0.15
Rank movement Down 2,817 places
2020
#49,062
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 464
+23 bearers (+5.2%)
Per 100,000 0.16
Rank movement Down 1,096 places
| Year | Rank | Count | Per 100K | Count change | Rank change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | #45,149 | 447 | 0.17 | First available Census row | First available Census row |
| 2010 | #47,966 | 441 | 0.15 | -6 bearers (-1.3%) | Down 2,817 places |
| 2020 | #49,062 | 464 | 0.16 | +23 bearers (+5.2%) | Down 1,096 places |
For 2020, the Census Bureau published race and Hispanic-origin columns as counts rather than percentages. Name Census converts those counts back into shares so the ancestry section stays comparable with the older surname files.
Year on year
2010 vs 2020 Census
How has the Pingitore surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
20102020
| Metric | 2010 | 2020 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #47,966 | #49,062 | -2.3% |
| Count | 441 | 464 | 5.2% |
| Per 100K | 0.15 | 0.16 | 3.5% |
Between the 2010 and 2020 Census, the number of Pingitore bearers went from 441 to 464 (+5.2% change). The surname moved down 1,096 positions in the national ranking, going from #47,966 to #49,062.
FAQ
Pingitore surname: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. have the surname Pingitore?
Name Census estimates that about 532 living Americans carry the surname Pingitore. Using the current population baseline, that works out to roughly 1 in 644,275 residents.
How common is Pingitore?
Pingitore ranks #49,062 in the 2020 Census surname tables and is classified on this site as "Very Rare." The Census recorded the name at a frequency of 0.16 per 100,000 residents, which is about 0 people out of every 100,000.
How many people with this surname were counted in the Census?
The raw 2020 Census file counted 464 people with the surname Pingitore. That is different from the site's living-bearer estimate (532), which projects the surname's present-day count by applying the Census frequency rate to the current U.S. population.
What does 0.16 per 100,000 actually mean?
It is the Census Bureau's normalized frequency measure. A rate of 0.16 per 100,000 means that if you picked a random group of 100,000 U.S. residents, you would expect about 0 of them to have the surname Pingitore.
Has Pingitore become more or less common over time?
Between 2010 and 2020, the surname Pingitore went from 441 recorded bearers to 464. That is an increase of 23 (+5.2%). In the national ranking it fell from #47,966 to #49,062.
What does the Census say about the background of Pingitore?
Among Census respondents with the surname Pingitore, the largest self-reported group is White at 94.0%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (3.4%) and Two or More Races (1.3%). These figures come from the 2020 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Which group reports this surname most often?
White is the largest self-reported group for the surname Pingitore in the 2020 Census, accounting for 94.0% (436 people in the source table).
What is the full ancestry breakdown?
Pingitore appears across multiple self-reported groups in the Census data. The largest shares in the 2020 file are White (94.0%), Hispanic (3.4%), Two or More Races (1.3%). For 2020, the source file also published raw headcounts for each group, which is why this page can show both percentages and counts in the ancestry section.
Is this page using the latest Census data?
Yes. This page is using the latest surname file currently loaded on Name Census, which is 2020. The historical section above also keeps any older Census surname entries we have for Pingitore (2000, 2010, 2020).
Does the Census include every surname?
No. The Census Bureau only publishes surnames that appeared at least 100 times in a given decennial Census. That means very rare surnames are excluded entirely, and a surname can appear in one Census release but disappear from a later one if it falls below the reporting threshold.
Why don't the ancestry percentages always add up to exactly 100%?
There are two main reasons: rounding and suppression. The Census Bureau rounds published values, and it may suppress very small cells to protect privacy. For 2020, the Bureau also published raw group counts rather than direct percentages, so Name Census converts those counts back into shares for comparability across census years.
What does Pingitore mean?
An Italian occupational surname derived from "pingitore," meaning "painter." The fuller origin note on this page goes into more detail.
Where does the surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These files list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2020 Census, along with a count, a per-100,000 rate, and a self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.
How does Name Census estimate living bearers?
For surnames, Name Census does not age cohorts the way it does for first names. Instead, it takes the Census Bureau's published frequency for Pingitore (0.16 per 100,000) and applies that rate to the current U.S. resident population to estimate how many living Americans have the surname today.
How common is the surname Pingitore?
See how many Americans have the surname Pingitore on HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site built around that single question.