2000
#130,443
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 120
First available Census row
Per 100,000 0.04
Very Rare Last name
Setteducato
An Italian surname meaning "well-educated" or "well-instructed."
According to the 2020 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 127 Americans carry the last name Setteducato. That puts it at #148,665 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 2,698,853 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Setteducato 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
127
1 in 2,698,853
Census rank
#148,665
2020 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.0
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
111
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 111 bearers of the surname Setteducato in its 2020 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 148665th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Setteducato, the largest self-reported group is White at 87.4%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (12.6%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Setteducato
The surname "SETTEDUCATO" is of Italian origin, with its roots traced back to the medieval period. This distinctive name is believed to have originated in the northern regions of Italy, particularly in the areas surrounding the city of Milan.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in a document from the 13th century, where it appears as "Settaeducato." This variation suggests that the name may have evolved from an occupation or title related to education or teaching. The prefix "sette" (seven) could also indicate a connection to the seven liberal arts or a reference to a specific educational institution.
During the Renaissance period, the name gained prominence among scholars and intellectuals. Historical records from the 15th century mention a renowned philosopher and theologian named Giovanni Setteducato (1425-1492), who authored several treatises on ethics and metaphysics. His works were widely circulated and studied in academic circles across Italy.
In the 16th century, a prominent family bearing the Setteducato name established itself in the city of Verona. The family's coat of arms, which features an open book and a quill, further reinforces the name's association with education and scholarship.
Another notable figure with this surname was Lucrezia Setteducato (1570-1645), a celebrated poet and playwright from Venice. Her works often explored themes of love, passion, and the complexities of human relationships. Her most renowned work, "Il Giardino d'Amore" (The Garden of Love), was widely acclaimed and influenced subsequent generations of Italian writers.
The Setteducato name also has connections to several place names in northern Italy. The village of Setteduca, located in the province of Pavia, is believed to have derived its name from the Setteducato family, who may have held land or influence in the area during the medieval period.
Throughout history, the Setteducato surname has been carried by numerous individuals who have made significant contributions in various fields, including literature, philosophy, and education. While the name's precise origin remains a subject of scholarly debate, its enduring legacy and association with intellectual pursuits remain a source of pride for those who bear this distinctive Italian surname.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Setteducato
Among Census respondents with the surname Setteducato, the largest self-reported group is White at 87.4%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (12.6%).
The bar chart below shows how Setteducato 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 Setteducato surname at the time of the 2020 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White87.4% · 97
- Hispanic or Latino12.6% · 14
Timeline
Historical Census data for Setteducato
Setteducato appears in 3 published Census surname files: 2000, 2010, 2020. The cards below show how the name's rank and bearer count changed across each release.
2010
#148,347
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 111
-9 bearers (-7.5%)
Per 100,000 0.04
Rank movement Down 17,904 places
2020
#148,665
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 111
+0 bearers (+0.0%)
Per 100,000 0.04
Rank movement Down 318 places
| Year | Rank | Count | Per 100K | Count change | Rank change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | #130,443 | 120 | 0.04 | First available Census row | First available Census row |
| 2010 | #148,347 | 111 | 0.04 | -9 bearers (-7.5%) | Down 17,904 places |
| 2020 | #148,665 | 111 | 0.04 | +0 bearers (+0.0%) | Down 318 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 Setteducato 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 | #148,347 | #148,665 | -0.2% |
| Count | 111 | 111 | 0.0% |
| Per 100K | 0.04 | 0.04 | -7.2% |
Between the 2010 and 2020 Census, the number of Setteducato bearers went from 111 to 111 (+0.0% change). The surname moved down 318 positions in the national ranking, going from #148,347 to #148,665.
FAQ
Setteducato surname: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. have the surname Setteducato?
Name Census estimates that about 127 living Americans carry the surname Setteducato. Using the current population baseline, that works out to roughly 1 in 2,698,853 residents.
How common is Setteducato?
Setteducato ranks #148,665 in the 2020 Census surname tables and is classified on this site as "Very Rare." The Census recorded the name at a frequency of 0.04 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 111 people with the surname Setteducato. That is different from the site's living-bearer estimate (127), which projects the surname's present-day count by applying the Census frequency rate to the current U.S. population.
What does 0.04 per 100,000 actually mean?
It is the Census Bureau's normalized frequency measure. A rate of 0.04 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 Setteducato.
Has Setteducato become more or less common over time?
Between 2010 and 2020, the surname Setteducato went from 111 recorded bearers to 111. That is an increase of 0 (+0.0%). In the national ranking it fell from #148,347 to #148,665.
What does the Census say about the background of Setteducato?
Among Census respondents with the surname Setteducato, the largest self-reported group is White at 87.4%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (12.6%). 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 Setteducato in the 2020 Census, accounting for 87.4% (97 people in the source table).
What is the full ancestry breakdown?
Setteducato appears across multiple self-reported groups in the Census data. The largest shares in the 2020 file are White (87.4%), Hispanic (12.6%). 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 Setteducato (2000, 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 Setteducato mean?
An Italian surname meaning "well-educated" or "well-instructed." 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 Setteducato (0.04 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 people are called Setteducato?
Find out how many people are called Setteducato on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — a quick modern estimate with the living-bearer count front and centre.