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

Quatrini, 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 Quatrini surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Quatrini in America

Quatrini is the 125282nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Quatrini surname appeared 137 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 Quatrini.

We can also compare 2010 data for Quatrini 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 Quatrini

The surname Quatrini has its origins in Italy, specifically in the region of Tuscany. It is derived from the Italian word "quattrino," which means "small coin" or "small change." This name likely originated during the late Middle Ages or the Renaissance era, when it was common for people to take on surnames related to their occupations or trades.

One theory suggests that the name Quatrini was initially given to individuals who worked in minting or banking professions, as they dealt with coins and currency. Another possibility is that it was bestowed upon those who were particularly thrifty or frugal, implying they were skilled at saving small sums of money.

Historical records indicate that the earliest known mention of the Quatrini surname dates back to the 14th century in the city of Florence. A merchant named Guido Quatrini is listed in a trade registry from 1378, suggesting that the name was already established by that time.

In the 15th century, a notable figure named Lorenzo Quatrini emerged as a prominent architect and engineer in the Republic of Florence. He was responsible for designing several notable structures, including the Palazzo Vecchio and the Basilica of Santa Croce.

During the Renaissance period, the Quatrini family played a significant role in the cultural and intellectual life of Italy. Pietro Quatrini (1470-1542) was a renowned humanist scholar and philosopher who taught at the University of Pisa and corresponded with influential figures like Erasmus and Thomas More.

In the 17th century, the Quatrini name appeared in various religious orders. Giulio Quatrini (1612-1678) was a Jesuit priest and theologian who authored several influential works on moral philosophy and ethics.

Another notable individual was Vincenzo Quatrini (1785-1859), a military officer and patriot who fought for Italian unification during the Risorgimento. He served under Giuseppe Garibaldi and played a crucial role in the liberation of southern Italy from foreign rule.

Throughout history, the Quatrini surname has been associated with various professions, from merchants and bankers to artists, scholars, and military leaders. While the name originated in Tuscany, it has since spread to other regions of Italy and beyond, carried by individuals who have contributed to the rich tapestry of Italian culture and history.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Quatrini

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

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

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