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

Tantillo, 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 Tantillo surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Tantillo in America

Tantillo is the 23414th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Tantillo surname appeared 1,086 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 Tantillo.

We can also compare 2010 data for Tantillo 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 Tantillo

The surname Tantillo originated in Italy, specifically in the regions of Campania and Sicily. Its roots can be traced back to the Latin word "tantillus," which means "so little" or "tiny." This suggests that the name may have been initially given as a nickname to someone of small stature or as a term of endearment.

During the Middle Ages, the surname Tantillo began appearing in various Italian records and documents. One of the earliest known records dates back to the 13th century, where a certain Guglielmo Tantillo was mentioned in a legal document from the city of Palermo, Sicily.

In the 14th century, the name Tantillo appeared in the Beneventan Codex, an important manuscript from the Benedictine monastery of Montecassino in Campania. This manuscript provides valuable insights into the history and culture of the region during that time period.

The town of Tantillo, located in the province of Agrigento, Sicily, likely played a role in the origin and spread of the surname. It is believed that some families adopted the name Tantillo as a reference to their place of origin or residence.

Notable individuals with the surname Tantillo throughout history include:

1. Giacomo Tantillo (c. 1500-1570), a renowned Italian painter and architect from Palermo, Sicily, known for his work on various churches and palaces in the city.

2. Girolamo Tantillo (1550-1628), an Italian sculptor and architect from Naples, whose works can be found in several churches and public buildings in the region.

3. Vincenzo Tantillo (1675-1745), an Italian painter and fresco artist from Palermo, Sicily, who worked extensively in churches and monasteries throughout the island.

4. Giuseppe Tantillo (1786-1863), an Italian composer and music teacher from Naples, who composed several operas and sacred works.

5. Antonio Tantillo (1829-1905), an Italian architect and engineer from Palermo, Sicily, known for his contributions to the city's urban planning and the construction of important landmarks.

While the surname Tantillo has its roots in Italy, particularly in the southern regions of Campania and Sicily, it has since spread to other parts of the world through migration and immigration. However, its origins and historical significance remain firmly rooted in the rich cultural heritage of Italy.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Tantillo

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

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

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