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

Toti, 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 Toti surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Toti in America

Toti is the 59171st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Toti surname appeared 342 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 Toti.

We can also compare 2010 data for Toti 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 Toti

The surname Toti has its origins in Italy, with records dating back to the 12th century. It is believed to have derived from the Latin word "totus," meaning "whole" or "entire," possibly referring to a physical characteristic or a personality trait.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Toti can be found in a document from the city of Siena, dated 1198, where a certain Guido Toti is mentioned as a landowner. This suggests that the family may have held a prominent position in the region during that time period.

In the 14th century, the name appears in the historic records of Florence, with a reference to a merchant named Giovanni Toti, who was involved in the trade of silk and spices. This connection with commerce and trade implies that the family may have had a significant role in the economic life of the city.

During the Renaissance period, a notable figure bearing the surname Toti was Francesco Toti, a sculptor and architect born in Siena in 1475. His works can still be admired in various churches and public buildings throughout Italy, showcasing his talent and contribution to the artistic heritage of the country.

The name Toti has also been associated with the noble families of Tuscany, with several members holding influential positions in the local governments and institutions. One such example is Bartolomeo Toti, who served as a magistrate in the city of Pisa in the late 16th century.

Another prominent figure with this surname was Vincenzo Toti, a military commander from Siena who fought in the Italian Wars of the 16th century. He gained recognition for his bravery and strategic skills, leading troops in several important battles against the French and Spanish armies.

Throughout history, the surname Toti has been found in various regions of Italy, particularly in Tuscany, Umbria, and Lazio, where it continues to be a well-represented family name to this day. The name has also spread to other parts of the world through emigration, but its roots remain firmly planted in the rich cultural heritage of Italy.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Toti

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

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

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