Tibaldi
An Italian surname meaning "mountaineers" or "mountain dwellers".
According to the 2010 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 171 Americans carry the last name Tibaldi. That puts it at #110,286 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.05 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 2,004,411 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Tibaldi surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
171
1 in 2,004,411
Census rank
#110,286
2010 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.1
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
160
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 160 bearers of the surname Tibaldi in its 2010 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.05 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 110286th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Tibaldi, the largest self-reported group is White at 97.5%.
Origin
Meaning and origin of Tibaldi
The surname Tibaldi has its origins in northern Italy, particularly in the regions of Lombardy and Veneto. It is believed to have emerged sometime during the late medieval period, around the 12th or 13th century.
Tibaldi is likely derived from the Italian word "tibaldo," which is thought to have been a personal name or nickname. The root of this word can be traced back to the Germanic name "Theobald," meaning "bold people." Over time, the name evolved into various spellings, such as Tibaldo, Tibaldi, and Tibaldini.
One of the earliest known references to the surname Tibaldi can be found in a 14th-century document from the city of Verona, where a certain Guglielmo Tibaldi is mentioned. In the 15th century, records show that a family bearing the name Tibaldi resided in the town of Vigevano, near Milan.
The name gained prominence in the Renaissance era, with several notable figures emerging from the Tibaldi family. One of the most renowned was Pellegrino Tibaldi (1527-1596), a prominent Italian architect and painter who worked on various projects for the Duchy of Milan and the Papal States.
Another notable figure was Gian Battista Tibaldi (1556-1616), a Bolognese painter and architect who was active in Rome and Bologna. His works include the fresco decorations in the Church of San Giacomo Maggiore in Bologna.
In the 17th century, Giovanni Tibaldi (1619-1675), an Italian painter from the Emilia-Romagna region, gained recognition for his religious and mythological works, which can be found in churches and galleries across Italy.
During the 18th century, the name Tibaldi was associated with the family of Italian composers and musicians from Piedmont. One of the most notable members was Gioacchino Tibaldi (1742-1819), a composer and violinist who served as the maestro di cappella at the court of the Duke of Modena.
In the 19th century, the surname Tibaldi was also found among intellectuals and scholars. Vincenzo Tibaldi (1823-1890) was an Italian philosopher and theologian who taught at the University of Naples and published works on ethics and moral philosophy.
Throughout its history, the surname Tibaldi has maintained its stronghold in northern Italy, particularly in the regions of Lombardy, Veneto, and Emilia-Romagna. While not as widespread as some other Italian surnames, it has left a lasting mark in the fields of art, architecture, music, and academia.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Tibaldi
Among Census respondents with the surname Tibaldi, the largest self-reported group is White at 97.5%.
The bar chart below shows how Tibaldi bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2010 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Tibaldi surname at the time of the 2010 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White97.5%
Year on year
2010 vs 2010 Census
How has the Tibaldi surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
| Metric | 2010 | 2010 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #110,286 | #110,286 | 0.0% |
| Count | 160 | 160 | 0.0% |
| Per 100K | 0.05 | 0.05 | 0.0% |
Between the 2010 and 2010 Census, the number of Tibaldi bearers went from 160 to 160 (+0.0% change). The surname held its position in the national ranking, going from #110,286 to #110,286.
Notable bearers
Famous people with the surname Tibaldi
FAQ
Tibaldi surname: questions and answers
How common is the last name Tibaldi?
The surname Tibaldi holds position #110,286 in the US Census Bureau's surname ranking, with an estimated 171 living bearers. It occurs at a rate of 0.05 per 100,000 Americans.
What is the ethnic background of the Tibaldi surname?
Among Census respondents with the surname Tibaldi, the largest self-reported group is White at 97.5%. These figures come from the 2010 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Where does this surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These tables list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2010 Census, along with a frequency rate and self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.