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

Sagisi, 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 Sagisi surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Sagisi in America

Sagisi is the 84463rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Sagisi surname appeared 222 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 Sagisi.

We can also compare 2010 data for Sagisi 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 Sagisi

The surname SAGISI is of Italian origin, tracing its roots back to the medieval period. It is believed to have originated in the region of Tuscany, where it was likely derived from the Old Italian word "sagisso," meaning "wise" or "sagacious."

During the 13th century, records from the city of Florence mention a prominent family bearing the name SAGISI. This family was known for their scholarly pursuits and intellectual contributions to the local community. One notable member, Guglielmo SAGISI, born in 1245, was a respected philosopher and author of several treatises on logic and ethics.

As the SAGISI name spread across Italy, it took on various spelling variations, such as SAGISIO, SAGGISI, and SAGESI. These variations can be found in historical documents from different regions, reflecting the regional dialects and scribal practices of the time.

In the 14th century, the name appeared in the records of the city of Siena, where a certain Niccolò SAGISI, born in 1323, was a renowned painter and fresco artist. His works adorned several churches and public buildings in the city, earning him widespread recognition.

The SAGISI name also has a connection to place names in Italy. In the 16th century, a small village in the Umbria region was known as Sagisi, likely named after a family or individual with the same surname. This village is now called Sagisio, reflecting the evolution of the name over time.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the SAGISI name outside of Italy dates back to the 17th century, when Girolamo SAGISI, born in 1621, emigrated to Spain and became a respected scholar and translator at the University of Salamanca.

In the 19th century, the SAGISI name gained prominence in the field of music. Enrico SAGISI, born in 1845 in Milan, was a renowned opera composer and conductor. His works were performed in major theaters across Europe, and he is remembered for his innovative compositions and influential contributions to the Italian operatic tradition.

Throughout its history, the SAGISI surname has been carried by individuals from various walks of life, including scholars, artists, musicians, and more. While not as widespread as some other Italian surnames, it remains a part of the rich cultural heritage of the country and a testament to the enduring legacy of names and their ability to tell stories across generations.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Sagisi

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

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

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