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

Tarullo, 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 Tarullo surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Tarullo in America

Tarullo is the 88336th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Tarullo surname appeared 210 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 Tarullo.

We can also compare 2010 data for Tarullo 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 Tarullo

The surname Tarullo has its origins in Italy, with records indicating its presence as early as the late 15th century. It is believed to have originated in the region of Calabria, located in the southern part of the Italian peninsula. One possible explanation for its etymology is that it derives from the Italian word "tarullo," which means a small wooden reel or roller used in textile production.

Many early records of the surname Tarullo can be found in various Italian archives and manuscripts. For instance, in the census records of the town of Reggio Calabria from the 16th century, there are several mentions of families bearing this surname. The earliest known reference dates back to 1498, when a certain Giovanni Tarullo was recorded as a weaver in the city of Cosenza.

As the centuries progressed, the name spread to other parts of Italy, particularly to the neighboring regions of Basilicata and Campania. One notable individual from this period was Antonio Tarullo, a renowned painter born in Naples in 1642, who specialized in religious and mythological themes.

During the 18th century, the Tarullo family gained prominence in the field of law and politics. Francesco Tarullo (1712-1788), a prominent lawyer and jurist from Reggio Calabria, served as a judge in the Supreme Court of Naples and was highly regarded for his legal expertise.

In the 19th century, the name appears in various historical documents related to the Italian Unification movement. Giuseppe Tarullo (1832-1906), a passionate patriot from Potenza, played an active role in the Risorgimento and participated in the famous Expedition of the Thousand led by Giuseppe Garibaldi in 1860.

Another noteworthy figure was Maria Tarullo (1856-1928), a renowned educator and feminist from Calabria. She founded one of the first schools for girls in the region and dedicated her life to promoting women's education and empowerment.

As the 20th century dawned, the Tarullo surname continued to make its mark in various fields. Mario Tarullo (1905-1982), born in Cosenza, was a renowned architect and urban planner who designed several iconic buildings and public spaces in his hometown.

While the surname Tarullo has its roots firmly planted in southern Italy, particularly in the regions of Calabria, Basilicata, and Campania, it has since spread to other parts of the world through immigration. However, its rich history and cultural significance remain deeply rooted in the Italian heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Tarullo

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

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

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