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

Rosetti, 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 Rosetti surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Rosetti in America

Rosetti is the 28100th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Rosetti surname appeared 852 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 Rosetti.

We can also compare 2010 data for Rosetti 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 Rosetti

The surname Rosetti has its origins in Italy, specifically in the northern regions of the country. It is believed to have derived from the Italian word "roseto," which means "rose garden" or "rose bush." This connection suggests that the name may have originally been given to someone who lived near or worked in a rose garden or nursery.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Rosetti can be found in the Catasto Fiorentino, a tax record from Florence, Italy, dating back to the 15th century. The name appeared in various spellings, such as Rosetti, Rossetti, and Rossetto, indicating regional differences in pronunciation and spelling.

During the Renaissance period, the Rosetti family was known for their artistic talents and contributions to the cultural landscape of Italy. One notable figure was Dante Gabriel Rosetti (1828-1882), an English poet, painter, and translator who played a significant role in the Pre-Raphaelite movement. His Italian heritage likely influenced his artistic pursuits.

Another prominent individual with the surname Rosetti was Pellegrino Luigi Edoardo Rosetti (1787-1848), an Italian poet, writer, and patriot who actively participated in the Risorgimento movement for the unification of Italy. His works, imbued with a strong sense of Italian nationalism, were widely celebrated during his lifetime.

In the realm of music, the Italian composer and violinist Gioacchino Rossini (1792-1868) gained international fame for his operas, including "The Barber of Seville" and "William Tell." Although his surname is slightly different, it is believed to share a similar origin with the Rosetti name.

The Rosetti surname has also been associated with various locations across Italy. For instance, the town of Rossetta in the province of Cuneo, Piedmont, bears a resemblance to the name, suggesting a possible connection to a place of origin for some Rosetti families.

Throughout history, the Rosetti name has been carried by individuals from various walks of life, including artists, writers, musicians, and political figures. While their contributions may have varied, their shared surname serves as a testament to the rich cultural heritage and diverse backgrounds that have shaped the Italian people.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Rosetti

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

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

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