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

Traniello, 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 Traniello surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Traniello in America

Traniello is the 146201st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Traniello surname appeared 113 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 Traniello.

We can also compare 2010 data for Traniello 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 Traniello

The surname Traniello has its origins in Italy, tracing back to the medieval period. It is believed to have derived from the Italian word "trane," which means "crane" in English. This suggests that the name may have been initially associated with a place where cranes were abundant or perhaps a family crest or heraldic symbol that featured a crane.

The earliest recorded instances of the Traniello surname can be found in historical documents from the regions of Campania and Calabria in southern Italy. These regions were known for their rich agricultural traditions, and the name could have been initially adopted by families involved in farming or rural communities.

In the 13th century, a notable figure named Girolamo Traniello was mentioned in the annals of the city of Naples. He was a renowned scholar and philosopher whose works contributed to the intellectual discourse of that era. Another early record of the name comes from the 14th century, when a family bearing the surname Traniello was documented as landowners in the town of Cosenza, located in the province of Calabria.

During the Renaissance period, the Traniello name gained prominence in the arts and literature. In the late 15th century, a painter named Alessandro Traniello (1460-1528) from the city of Florence became renowned for his intricate frescoes and religious paintings adorning churches throughout Tuscany.

In the 17th century, a poet and playwright named Vincenzo Traniello (1610-1678) from Naples gained recognition for his acclaimed works, which explored themes of love, loss, and the human condition. His poetic verses were widely celebrated and inspired subsequent generations of writers.

Another notable figure was Domenico Traniello (1715-1789), a renowned architect and urban planner from the city of Bari in the Apulia region. He was responsible for designing several notable buildings and public spaces that significantly influenced the architectural landscape of the region during the 18th century.

Throughout the centuries, the Traniello surname has been associated with various professions, from academics and artists to tradesmen and professionals. While the name may have originated from humble beginnings, it has left an indelible mark on Italian history and culture, reflecting the diverse and rich tapestry of the nation's heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Traniello

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

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

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