Scotti
An Italian surname referring to a person from Scotland or of Scottish descent.
According to the 2010 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 2,605 Americans carry the last name Scotti. That puts it at #13,491 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.76 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 131,576 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Scotti 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
2.6K
1 in 131,576
Census rank
#13,491
2010 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.8
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
2.3K
rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 2,252 bearers of the surname Scotti in its 2010 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.76 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 13491st position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Scotti, the largest self-reported group is White at 90.6%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (4.3%) and Black (3.1%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Scotti
The surname Scotti originated in Italy, with roots dating back to the medieval period. It is derived from the Italian word "Scotti," which means "Scots" or "Scottish people." This suggests that the name was initially given to individuals who had connections with Scotland or had Scottish ancestry.
In ancient times, the name Scotti referred to the inhabitants of Ireland and the western coastal regions of modern-day Scotland. The Romans used this term to describe the people living in these areas. Over time, as migration patterns shifted, the name became associated with individuals from Scotland.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Scotti can be found in the Domesday Book, a medieval census commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086. This document mentions several individuals with the surname Scotti, indicating their presence in England during the Norman conquest.
During the Middle Ages, the Scotti family played a significant role in the history of Italy. Notable members include Vincenzo Scotti (1544-1619), an Italian politician and diplomat who served as the governor of Piacenza, and Giulio Clemente Scotti (1602-1669), an Italian Catholic cardinal and theologian.
In the Renaissance period, the name Scotti gained prominence through the works of Andrea Scotti (1435-1493), an Italian architect and sculptor known for his contributions to the Certosa di Pavia, a renowned monastery near Milan.
Another notable figure was Ercole Scotti (1591-1645), an Italian painter and engraver from Ferrara, who was known for his religious artworks and illustrations for books.
In the 18th century, Camillo Scotti (1744-1825) was an Italian composer and music theorist who made significant contributions to the development of the classical music tradition.
Throughout history, the surname Scotti has also been associated with various places and locations. For instance, the town of Scotti in the province of Messina, Sicily, is believed to have derived its name from individuals bearing this surname who once lived or held property in the area.
It is worth noting that the name Scotti has undergone various spelling variations over time, including Scot, Scots, and Scotti. These variations reflect the influence of different languages and regional dialects on the surname.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Scotti
Among Census respondents with the surname Scotti, the largest self-reported group is White at 90.6%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (4.3%) and Black (3.1%).
The bar chart below shows how Scotti 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 Scotti surname at the time of the 2010 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White90.6%
- Hispanic or Latino4.3%
- Black or African American3.1%
- Two or more races1.2%
- Asian and Pacific Islander0.6%
- American Indian and Alaska Native0.3%
Year on year
2010 vs 2010 Census
How has the Scotti 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 | #13,491 | #13,491 | 0.0% |
| Count | 2,252 | 2,252 | 0.0% |
| Per 100K | 0.76 | 0.76 | 0.0% |
Between the 2010 and 2010 Census, the number of Scotti bearers went from 2,252 to 2,252 (+0.0% change). The surname held its position in the national ranking, going from #13,491 to #13,491.
Notable bearers
Famous people with the surname Scotti
FAQ
Scotti surname: questions and answers
How common is the last name Scotti?
The surname Scotti holds position #13,491 in the US Census Bureau's surname ranking, with an estimated 2,605 living bearers. It occurs at a rate of 0.76 per 100,000 Americans.
What is the ethnic background of the Scotti surname?
Among Census respondents with the surname Scotti, the largest self-reported group is White at 90.6%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (4.3%) and Black (3.1%). 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.