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

Stima, 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 Stima surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Stima in America

Stima is the 146201st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Stima surname appeared 113 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 Stima.

We can also compare 2010 data for Stima 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 Stima

The surname Stima is believed to have originated in Italy, with its roots tracing back to the medieval period. It is thought to be derived from the Italian word "stimare," which means "to estimate" or "to value." This suggests that the name may have been initially associated with individuals involved in professions related to valuation, such as appraisers or tax collectors.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Stima surname can be found in a 13th-century document from the city of Florence, where a certain Ser Guido Stima was mentioned as a notary public. This document provides evidence of the name's presence in Italy during the Middle Ages.

In the 14th century, a notable individual bearing the Stima surname was Bartolomeo Stima, a merchant from the city of Genoa. He was recorded as having conducted trade with various Mediterranean ports, indicating the name's association with commercial activities.

As the Stima surname spread across Italy, it also appeared in different regional variations, including Stimma and Stimati. These variations were likely influenced by local dialects and pronunciation patterns.

During the Renaissance period, a prominent figure named Giovanni Stima (1475-1542) gained recognition as a skilled architect and engineer. He is credited with designing several notable buildings in Rome, including the Church of Santa Maria della Pace.

Another noteworthy individual with the Stima surname was Pietro Stima (1612-1686), a renowned Italian painter from the Baroque era. His works were commissioned by several wealthy patrons and can be found in various churches and galleries throughout Italy.

In the 18th century, a place called Stima was recorded as a small village in the Abruzzo region of central Italy. It is possible that the surname may have originated from this location or that individuals from this village adopted the name Stima.

Over the centuries, the Stima surname has been carried by various individuals who have made significant contributions in fields such as art, architecture, commerce, and academia. While the name may not have attained widespread fame, it has left its mark on Italian history and culture.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Stima

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

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

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