2010
#156,044
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 104
First available Census row
Per 100,000 0.04
Very Rare Last name
Semprevivo
Italian surname meaning "always alive" or "everlasting".
According to the 2020 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 116 Americans carry the last name Semprevivo. That puts it at #155,270 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.03 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 2,954,779 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Semprevivo surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, a multi-census history view, 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
116
1 in 2,954,779
Census rank
#155,270
2020 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.0
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
101
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 101 bearers of the surname Semprevivo in its 2020 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.03 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 155270th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Semprevivo, the largest self-reported group is White at 88.1%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (5.0%) and Two or More Races (4.0%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Semprevivo
The surname SEMPREVIVO originates from Italy, specifically the regions of Tuscany and Lazio. It is derived from the Italian phrase "sempre vivo," which translates to "always alive" or "evergreen." This surname likely emerged during the Late Middle Ages or the Renaissance period, between the 13th and 16th centuries.
The earliest known record of the SEMPREVIVO surname can be traced back to the 14th century, appearing in various historical documents and records from the cities of Florence and Rome. It is believed that the name was initially used as a nickname or descriptive term for individuals who exhibited a youthful and vibrant energy, or perhaps for those who demonstrated remarkable resilience and longevity.
In the 15th century, a notable figure named Antonio SEMPREVIVO (c. 1435-1508) was a renowned Florentine artist and sculptor. His works adorned several churches and public spaces in Florence, showcasing his artistic talent and contributing to the city's cultural heritage.
During the 16th century, the SEMPREVIVO name gained prominence in the region of Lazio, particularly in the city of Rome. One noteworthy individual was Giulio SEMPREVIVO (c. 1560-1630), a skilled architect who played a significant role in the design and construction of several churches and palaces in the Eternal City.
In the 17th century, the SEMPREVIVO family established themselves in the Tuscan town of Siena. A prominent member of this lineage was Pietro SEMPREVIVO (1624-1699), a respected philosopher and scholar who authored several influential works on ethics and moral philosophy.
The 18th century saw the rise of a distinguished military figure named Carlo SEMPREVIVO (1712-1783). He served as a general in the Papal States' army and was renowned for his strategic acumen and leadership during various military campaigns.
Throughout the centuries, the SEMPREVIVO surname has been associated with various professions and achievements, including academia, arts, architecture, and military service. While the name originated in specific regions of Italy, it has since spread across the country and beyond, carried by individuals and families who have contributed to the rich tapestry of Italian history and culture.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Semprevivo
Among Census respondents with the surname Semprevivo, the largest self-reported group is White at 88.1%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (5.0%) and Two or More Races (4.0%).
The bar chart below shows how Semprevivo bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2020 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.
Percentages are shown for every Census year so the breakdown stays comparable over time. When the source file also includes raw headcounts, Name Census shows those alongside the percentages in the legend.
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 Semprevivo surname at the time of the 2020 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White88.1% · 89
- Hispanic or Latino5.0% · 5
- Two or more races4.0% · 4
- Black or African American2.0% · 2
- American Indian and Alaska Native1.0% · 1
Timeline
Historical Census data for Semprevivo
Semprevivo appears in 2 published Census surname files: 2010, 2020. The cards below show how the name's rank and bearer count changed across each release.
2020
#155,270
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 101
-3 bearers (-2.9%)
Per 100,000 0.03
Rank movement Up 774 places
| Year | Rank | Count | Per 100K | Count change | Rank change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | #156,044 | 104 | 0.04 | First available Census row | First available Census row |
| 2020 | #155,270 | 101 | 0.03 | -3 bearers (-2.9%) | Up 774 places |
For 2020, the Census Bureau published race and Hispanic-origin columns as counts rather than percentages. Name Census converts those counts back into shares so the ancestry section stays comparable with the older surname files.
Year on year
2010 vs 2020 Census
How has the Semprevivo surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
20102020
| Metric | 2010 | 2020 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #156,044 | #155,270 | 0.5% |
| Count | 104 | 101 | -2.9% |
| Per 100K | 0.04 | 0.03 | -15.5% |
Between the 2010 and 2020 Census, the number of Semprevivo bearers went from 104 to 101 (-2.9% change). The surname moved up 774 positions in the national ranking, going from #156,044 to #155,270.
FAQ
Semprevivo surname: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. have the surname Semprevivo?
Name Census estimates that about 116 living Americans carry the surname Semprevivo. Using the current population baseline, that works out to roughly 1 in 2,954,779 residents.
How common is Semprevivo?
Semprevivo ranks #155,270 in the 2020 Census surname tables and is classified on this site as "Very Rare." The Census recorded the name at a frequency of 0.03 per 100,000 residents, which is about 0 people out of every 100,000.
How many people with this surname were counted in the Census?
The raw 2020 Census file counted 101 people with the surname Semprevivo. That is different from the site's living-bearer estimate (116), which projects the surname's present-day count by applying the Census frequency rate to the current U.S. population.
What does 0.03 per 100,000 actually mean?
It is the Census Bureau's normalized frequency measure. A rate of 0.03 per 100,000 means that if you picked a random group of 100,000 U.S. residents, you would expect about 0 of them to have the surname Semprevivo.
Has Semprevivo become more or less common over time?
Between 2010 and 2020, the surname Semprevivo went from 104 recorded bearers to 101. That is a decrease of 3 (-2.9%). In the national ranking it rose from #156,044 to #155,270.
What does the Census say about the background of Semprevivo?
Among Census respondents with the surname Semprevivo, the largest self-reported group is White at 88.1%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (5.0%) and Two or More Races (4.0%). These figures come from the 2020 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Which group reports this surname most often?
White is the largest self-reported group for the surname Semprevivo in the 2020 Census, accounting for 88.1% (89 people in the source table).
What is the full ancestry breakdown?
Semprevivo appears across multiple self-reported groups in the Census data. The largest shares in the 2020 file are White (88.1%), Hispanic (5.0%), Two or More Races (4.0%). For 2020, the source file also published raw headcounts for each group, which is why this page can show both percentages and counts in the ancestry section.
Is this page using the latest Census data?
Yes. This page is using the latest surname file currently loaded on Name Census, which is 2020. The historical section above also keeps any older Census surname entries we have for Semprevivo (2010, 2020).
Does the Census include every surname?
No. The Census Bureau only publishes surnames that appeared at least 100 times in a given decennial Census. That means very rare surnames are excluded entirely, and a surname can appear in one Census release but disappear from a later one if it falls below the reporting threshold.
Why don't the ancestry percentages always add up to exactly 100%?
There are two main reasons: rounding and suppression. The Census Bureau rounds published values, and it may suppress very small cells to protect privacy. For 2020, the Bureau also published raw group counts rather than direct percentages, so Name Census converts those counts back into shares for comparability across census years.
What does Semprevivo mean?
Italian surname meaning "always alive" or "everlasting". The fuller origin note on this page goes into more detail.
Where does the surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These files list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2020 Census, along with a count, a per-100,000 rate, and a self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.
How does Name Census estimate living bearers?
For surnames, Name Census does not age cohorts the way it does for first names. Instead, it takes the Census Bureau's published frequency for Semprevivo (0.03 per 100,000) and applies that rate to the current U.S. resident population to estimate how many living Americans have the surname today.
How many Americans have the surname Semprevivo?
HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, answers that with the living-bearer count in one glance.