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

Triano, 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 Triano surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Triano in America

Triano is the 31587th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Triano surname appeared 732 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 Triano.

We can also compare 2010 data for Triano 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 Triano

The surname Triano originates from Italy, specifically in the regions of Sicily and Calabria, dating back to the medieval period. It is believed to have derived from the Latin word "trianus," which means "three" or "triple," suggesting a possible connection to triplets or families with three children.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name can be found in a document from the 13th century, referencing a certain "Giovanni Triano" from the town of Messina in Sicily. This individual was mentioned as a landowner and prominent figure in the local community.

In the 14th century, the name appeared in several legal documents and records from the city of Reggio Calabria, indicating its presence in the region of Calabria as well. One notable individual from this time period was Filippo Triano, a respected lawyer and legal scholar who served as a judge in the city's court system.

During the Renaissance period, the name gained further recognition with the emergence of several notable individuals. One such person was Antonio Triano, a skilled painter and artist who lived in Naples during the 16th century. His works can still be found adorning the walls of several churches and noble residences in the city.

In the realm of literature, the name Triano is associated with Girolamo Triano, a renowned poet and scholar who lived in the 17th century. His collection of poems, entitled "Rime di Girolamo Triano," was widely celebrated and influential in its time.

Another prominent figure bearing the surname Triano was Francesco Triano, a military commander who served under the Spanish monarchs during the 17th century. He played a significant role in the battles against the Ottoman Empire and was awarded several honors for his bravery and leadership on the battlefield.

As the name Triano spread throughout Italy and beyond, it evolved into various spellings and variations, such as Triani, Trianu, and Trianò. Some of these variations can be found in historical records from different regions of Italy, reflecting the diverse paths taken by families bearing this surname.

Throughout the centuries, the Triano name has been carried by individuals from various walks of life, including artists, poets, lawyers, soldiers, and scholars, leaving an indelible mark on the rich tapestry of Italian history and culture.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Triano

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

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

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