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

Sgro, 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 Sgro surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Sgro in America

Sgro is the 22173rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Sgro surname appeared 1,165 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 Sgro.

We can also compare 2010 data for Sgro 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 Sgro

The surname Sgro has its origins in Italy, tracing back to the 15th century. It is believed to have derived from the Latin word "ager," meaning field or land, suggesting a connection to an agricultural background or ownership of land.

The name Sgro was first recorded in the regions of Sicily and Calabria, where it gained prominence among noble families and landowners. One of the earliest documented instances of the name can be found in the records of the city of Palermo, dating back to the late 1400s.

Sgro has also been associated with the town of Serradifalco in Sicily, where a branch of the family held significant influence and property. The town's name itself is derived from the Arabic term "Sarra di Falcu," meaning "the rock of the falcon," reflecting the area's strategic location and natural defenses.

During the Renaissance period, several members of the Sgro family achieved notable positions and recognition. Antonino Sgro (1515-1587), a renowned jurist and scholar, served as a magistrate in Palermo and authored several legal treatises that influenced jurisprudence in Sicily.

Another prominent figure was Vincenzo Sgro (1618-1692), a priest and theologian who held the position of Bishop of Patti, a diocese in northeastern Sicily. His writings on theology and ecclesiastical matters were widely studied in his time.

In the 18th century, Giuseppe Sgro (1734-1810) was a celebrated architect from Palermo, responsible for designing numerous churches, palaces, and public buildings throughout Sicily. His masterpiece was the Church of Santa Maria della Catena, a stunning example of Baroque architecture in Palermo.

Moving to the 19th century, Carlo Sgro (1822-1895) was a prominent Italian politician and journalist who actively campaigned for the unification of Italy. He served as a member of the Italian parliament and contributed to several influential publications, advocating for social and political reforms.

One of the most recent notable figures with the surname Sgro was Maria Sgro (1905-1986), an Italian actress who achieved fame in the early years of Italian cinema. She appeared in numerous films during the 1930s and 1940s, becoming a beloved figure in the Italian entertainment industry.

These are just a few examples of individuals with the surname Sgro who left their mark on various fields throughout history, from law and religion to architecture, politics, and the arts, showcasing the rich legacy and diversity associated with this Italian surname.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Sgro

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

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

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