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

Stendardo, 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 Stendardo surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Stendardo in America

Stendardo is the 157234th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Stendardo surname appeared 103 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 Stendardo.

We can also compare 2010 data for Stendardo 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 Stendardo

The surname Stendardo originates from Italy, specifically in the regions of Lombardy and Veneto, dating back to the 13th century. It is derived from the Italian word "stendardo," which means "standard" or "banner," suggesting that the name may have been borne by a standard-bearer or someone associated with military banners.

One of the earliest recorded references to the surname Stendardo can be found in the city records of Verona, where a certain Giacomo Stendardo was mentioned in a document dated 1287. This suggests that the name had already been established in the area by that time.

In the 14th century, the Stendardo family gained prominence in the city of Brescia, where they were involved in the local government and civic affairs. A notable figure from this period was Matteo Stendardo (c. 1320-1385), who served as a councilman and played a significant role in resolving territorial disputes between Brescia and neighboring cities.

During the Renaissance period, the Stendardo family produced several notable artists and scholars. One such figure was Girolamo Stendardo (c. 1480-1550), a painter and architect who was commissioned to design several churches and palaces in Venice and the surrounding areas.

In the 17th century, the surname Stendardo appeared in various records related to the wine trade in the Veneto region. One prominent figure was Antonio Stendardo (1625-1701), a successful wine merchant who established a prosperous business exporting wines to other parts of Europe.

Another notable bearer of the surname was Pietro Stendardo (1765-1842), a lawyer and political activist from Milan who played a role in the Italian unification movement during the early 19th century. He advocated for the establishment of a unified Italian state and was briefly imprisoned for his political activities.

The Stendardo family has also produced several distinguished academics and scholars over the centuries. One example is Giulio Stendardo (1892-1968), a renowned linguist and professor at the University of Padua, who made significant contributions to the study of Romance languages and their evolution.

Throughout its history, the surname Stendardo has maintained a strong presence in northern Italy, particularly in the regions of Lombardy and Veneto. While the name's origins can be traced back to the 13th century, it has endured and adapted over time, reflecting the diverse cultural and historical influences that have shaped Italy.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Stendardo

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

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

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