Respicio
A surname derived from the Latin word meaning "to look back" or "to respect".
According to the 2010 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 686 Americans carry the last name Respicio. That puts it at #37,029 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.20 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 499,642 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Respicio 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
686
1 in 499,642
Census rank
#37,029
2010 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.2
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
603
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 603 bearers of the surname Respicio in its 2010 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.20 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 37029th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Respicio, the largest self-reported group is Asian/Pacific Islander at 71.1%. The next largest groups are Two or More Races (17.4%) and Hispanic (6.6%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Respicio
The surname Respicio originates from Italy, specifically the regions of Tuscany and Umbria. It is derived from the Latin verb "respicere," meaning "to look back" or "to regard." The name likely emerged during the Middle Ages, between the 10th and 15th centuries.
Respicio is believed to have originated as a descriptive surname, possibly given to someone who had a keen sense of observation or was known for their thoughtful and retrospective nature. In some instances, it may have been bestowed upon individuals who held positions that required vigilance or looking out for others, such as watchmen or sentries.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Respicio can be found in the archives of the Republic of Florence, dating back to the 13th century. The document mentions a certain "Giovanni Respicio," a merchant who traded goods between Florence and other Italian city-states.
During the Renaissance period, the Respicio family gained prominence in the city of Perugia, located in the Umbria region. Giulio Respicio (1531-1608) was a renowned painter and architect who contributed to the design of several churches and palaces in Perugia and surrounding areas.
In the 17th century, a branch of the Respicio family settled in the Kingdom of Naples, where they established themselves as landowners and merchants. Pietro Respicio (1612-1687) was a notable figure who served as a magistrate in the city of Naples.
Another individual of note is Vincenzo Respicio (1745-1821), a military officer who fought in the Napoleonic Wars and later became a respected historian, publishing works on the history of the Italian peninsula.
Throughout the 19th century, the Respicio name continued to be present in various parts of Italy, with notable individuals such as Giuseppe Respicio (1812-1892), a lawyer and politician who served as a member of the Italian Parliament, and Maria Respicio (1836-1908), a renowned opera singer who performed in theaters across Europe.
While the surname Respicio is not among the most common Italian surnames, it has persisted over centuries and can still be found in various regions of Italy, particularly in Tuscany and Umbria, where it has its deepest roots.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Respicio
Among Census respondents with the surname Respicio, the largest self-reported group is Asian/Pacific Islander at 71.1%. The next largest groups are Two or More Races (17.4%) and Hispanic (6.6%).
The bar chart below shows how Respicio 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 Respicio surname at the time of the 2010 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- Asian and Pacific Islander71.1%
- Two or more races17.4%
- Hispanic or Latino6.6%
- White3.6%
Year on year
2010 vs 2010 Census
How has the Respicio 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 | #37,029 | #37,029 | 0.0% |
| Count | 603 | 603 | 0.0% |
| Per 100K | 0.20 | 0.20 | 0.0% |
Between the 2010 and 2010 Census, the number of Respicio bearers went from 603 to 603 (+0.0% change). The surname held its position in the national ranking, going from #37,029 to #37,029.
FAQ
Respicio surname: questions and answers
How common is the last name Respicio?
The surname Respicio holds position #37,029 in the US Census Bureau's surname ranking, with an estimated 686 living bearers. It occurs at a rate of 0.20 per 100,000 Americans.
What is the ethnic background of the Respicio surname?
Among Census respondents with the surname Respicio, the largest self-reported group is Asian/Pacific Islander at 71.1%. The next largest groups are Two or More Races (17.4%) and Hispanic (6.6%). 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.