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

Subervi, 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 Subervi surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Subervi in America

Subervi is the 120901st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Subervi surname appeared 143 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 Subervi.

We can also compare 2010 data for Subervi 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 Subervi

The surname SUBERVI has its origins in the Italian region of Piedmont, dating back to the late 15th century. It is believed to be derived from the Latin word "superbus," meaning "proud" or "arrogant." The name was likely given as a nickname or descriptive term for someone with a haughty or conceited demeanor.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name SUBERVI can be found in a 1492 census record from the town of Asti, where a certain Giovanni Subervi is listed as a landowner. In the 16th century, the SUBERVI family gained prominence in the nearby city of Turin, with several members holding influential positions in the local government and clergy.

A notable figure from this time period was Francesco Subervi (1522-1588), a renowned jurist and legal scholar who served as a judge in the Piedmontese court system. His writings on civil law and legal procedures were widely published and studied throughout Italy.

In the 17th century, the SUBERVI name spread to other parts of northern Italy, including the regions of Lombardy and Veneto. A branch of the family settled in the city of Verona, where they became involved in the silk trade and amassed considerable wealth.

One of the most famous bearers of the SUBERVI name was the Venetian artist and printmaker, Giambattista Subervi (1672-1743). His intricate etchings and engravings, often depicting scenes from classical mythology, were highly sought after by art collectors across Europe.

Another noteworthy individual was the philosopher and writer, Antonio Subervi (1714-1782), who was born in Asti but spent most of his life in Milan. His works explored themes of ethics, morality, and the nature of human existence, earning him a reputation as one of the leading thinkers of the Italian Enlightenment.

By the 19th century, the SUBERVI name had spread to other parts of Europe, with branches of the family found in France, Spain, and even as far as England. One of the most prominent figures from this era was the French composer and violinist, Jules Subervi (1829-1905), whose orchestral works and operas were widely performed in Parisian theaters.

Throughout its history, the surname SUBERVI has been associated with a sense of pride, ambition, and intellectual curiosity, reflecting its Latin roots and the accomplished individuals who have borne this distinguished name.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Subervi

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

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

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