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

Torno, 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 Torno surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Torno in America

Torno is the 39887th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Torno surname appeared 550 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 Torno.

We can also compare 2010 data for Torno 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 Torno

The surname Torno is of Italian origin, with its roots traced back to the 14th century in the region of Tuscany. It is believed to be derived from the Italian word "torno," which means "turn" or "lathe," suggesting a potential connection to the occupation of a turner or a lathe worker.

In the early 14th century, records show the name "Torno" appearing in various Italian municipalities, such as Florence, Siena, and Pisa. This indicates that the name was well-established in Tuscany during that time period. Additionally, there are mentions of the name in the historic Catasto Fiorentino, a tax record from 1427 that documented the inhabitants of Florence.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the surname Torno was Giovanni di Torno, a renowned painter from Siena who lived in the late 14th century. His works can be found in various churches and museums throughout Tuscany, showcasing the artistic legacy associated with this surname.

Another notable figure was Niccolò Torno, a skilled architect from Pisa who lived in the 16th century. He was responsible for designing several notable buildings, including the Church of San Matteo in Lucca, which still stands today as a testament to his architectural prowess.

In the 17th century, the Torno surname gained further prominence with the birth of Antonio Torno (1615-1689), a Florentine philosopher and scholar. His writings on metaphysics and ethics influenced the intellectual discourse of his time, and he was widely regarded as one of the most influential thinkers of the Italian Renaissance.

The surname Torno also had connections to the city of Verona, where a prominent family bearing this name resided. One of its members, Francesco Torno (1743-1823), was a highly respected lawyer and politician who played a significant role in the city's governance during the late 18th and early 19th centuries.

Another notable individual was Maria Torno (1856-1932), a renowned opera singer from Milan. She graced the stages of prestigious theaters across Europe, captivating audiences with her powerful soprano voice and earning acclaim as one of the finest vocalists of her era.

These are just a few examples of the rich history and legacy associated with the surname Torno, which has its roots firmly planted in the Italian regions of Tuscany and beyond, dating back to the 14th century.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Torno

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

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

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