2000
#146,011
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 104
First available Census row
Per 100,000 0.04
Very Rare Last name
Tricamo
An Italian surname possibly derived from a place name or occupation related to embroidery or lace-making.
According to the 2020 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 125 Americans carry the last name Tricamo. That puts it at #150,205 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 2,742,035 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Tricamo surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, a multi-census history view, 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
125
1 in 2,742,035
Census rank
#150,205
2020 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.0
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
109
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 109 bearers of the surname Tricamo in its 2020 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 150205th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Tricamo, the largest self-reported group is White at 86.2%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (11.0%) and Two or More Races (2.8%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Tricamo
The surname Tricamo originated in Italy, specifically in the regions of Sicily and Calabria, dating back to the Middle Ages. It is believed to be derived from the Greek word "trikamia," which means "triple arch" or "three arches," potentially referring to an architectural feature or a place name.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Tricamo can be found in the "Codice Diplomatico di Sicilia," a collection of historical documents from Sicily, dating back to the 12th century. This suggests that the name had already established itself in the region by that time.
In the 14th century, historical records mention a family named Tricamo residing in the town of Catania, Sicily. They were among the local nobility and held significant influence in the area. A certain Guglielmo Tricamo (born circa 1320) was a prominent figure who served as a magistrate and played a role in local governance.
During the Renaissance period, the name Tricamo gained further recognition with the birth of Francesco Tricamo (1497-1567), a renowned sculptor and architect from Messina, Sicily. He was responsible for designing several notable churches and public buildings in his hometown, showcasing his exceptional skills in the art of construction.
In the 18th century, a branch of the Tricamo family migrated to Naples, where they became involved in the city's vibrant cultural and intellectual circles. One notable member was Antonio Tricamo (1725-1799), a respected philosopher and writer who authored several treatises on ethics and moral philosophy.
As the Tricamo name spread across Italy, it also found its way into other parts of Europe. In the 19th century, a family bearing the name Tricamo settled in Spain, where they established themselves as successful merchants and businessmen. One of their descendants, Alejandro Tricamo (1865-1932), became a prominent figure in the Spanish wine industry, founding a renowned winery that still bears his name today.
While the surname Tricamo is not as widely distributed as some other Italian names, it has left an indelible mark on the history and culture of Italy, particularly in the regions of Sicily and Calabria. The name's connection to architecture, art, philosophy, and commerce has contributed to its enduring legacy over the centuries.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Tricamo
Among Census respondents with the surname Tricamo, the largest self-reported group is White at 86.2%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (11.0%) and Two or More Races (2.8%).
The bar chart below shows how Tricamo bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2020 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.
Percentages are shown for every Census year so the breakdown stays comparable over time. When the source file also includes raw headcounts, Name Census shows those alongside the percentages in the legend.
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 Tricamo surname at the time of the 2020 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White86.2% · 94
- Hispanic or Latino11.0% · 12
- Two or more races2.8% · 3
Timeline
Historical Census data for Tricamo
Tricamo appears in 3 published Census surname files: 2000, 2010, 2020. The cards below show how the name's rank and bearer count changed across each release.
2010
#146,201
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 113
+9 bearers (+8.7%)
Per 100,000 0.04
Rank movement Down 190 places
2020
#150,205
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 109
-4 bearers (-3.5%)
Per 100,000 0.04
Rank movement Down 4,004 places
| Year | Rank | Count | Per 100K | Count change | Rank change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | #146,011 | 104 | 0.04 | First available Census row | First available Census row |
| 2010 | #146,201 | 113 | 0.04 | +9 bearers (+8.7%) | Down 190 places |
| 2020 | #150,205 | 109 | 0.04 | -4 bearers (-3.5%) | Down 4,004 places |
For 2020, the Census Bureau published race and Hispanic-origin columns as counts rather than percentages. Name Census converts those counts back into shares so the ancestry section stays comparable with the older surname files.
Year on year
2010 vs 2020 Census
How has the Tricamo surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
20102020
| Metric | 2010 | 2020 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #146,201 | #150,205 | -2.7% |
| Count | 113 | 109 | -3.5% |
| Per 100K | 0.04 | 0.04 | -8.8% |
Between the 2010 and 2020 Census, the number of Tricamo bearers went from 113 to 109 (-3.5% change). The surname moved down 4,004 positions in the national ranking, going from #146,201 to #150,205.
FAQ
Tricamo surname: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. have the surname Tricamo?
Name Census estimates that about 125 living Americans carry the surname Tricamo. Using the current population baseline, that works out to roughly 1 in 2,742,035 residents.
How common is Tricamo?
Tricamo ranks #150,205 in the 2020 Census surname tables and is classified on this site as "Very Rare." The Census recorded the name at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, which is about 0 people out of every 100,000.
How many people with this surname were counted in the Census?
The raw 2020 Census file counted 109 people with the surname Tricamo. That is different from the site's living-bearer estimate (125), which projects the surname's present-day count by applying the Census frequency rate to the current U.S. population.
What does 0.04 per 100,000 actually mean?
It is the Census Bureau's normalized frequency measure. A rate of 0.04 per 100,000 means that if you picked a random group of 100,000 U.S. residents, you would expect about 0 of them to have the surname Tricamo.
Has Tricamo become more or less common over time?
Between 2010 and 2020, the surname Tricamo went from 113 recorded bearers to 109. That is a decrease of 4 (-3.5%). In the national ranking it fell from #146,201 to #150,205.
What does the Census say about the background of Tricamo?
Among Census respondents with the surname Tricamo, the largest self-reported group is White at 86.2%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (11.0%) and Two or More Races (2.8%). These figures come from the 2020 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Which group reports this surname most often?
White is the largest self-reported group for the surname Tricamo in the 2020 Census, accounting for 86.2% (94 people in the source table).
What is the full ancestry breakdown?
Tricamo appears across multiple self-reported groups in the Census data. The largest shares in the 2020 file are White (86.2%), Hispanic (11.0%), Two or More Races (2.8%). For 2020, the source file also published raw headcounts for each group, which is why this page can show both percentages and counts in the ancestry section.
Is this page using the latest Census data?
Yes. This page is using the latest surname file currently loaded on Name Census, which is 2020. The historical section above also keeps any older Census surname entries we have for Tricamo (2000, 2010, 2020).
Does the Census include every surname?
No. The Census Bureau only publishes surnames that appeared at least 100 times in a given decennial Census. That means very rare surnames are excluded entirely, and a surname can appear in one Census release but disappear from a later one if it falls below the reporting threshold.
Why don't the ancestry percentages always add up to exactly 100%?
There are two main reasons: rounding and suppression. The Census Bureau rounds published values, and it may suppress very small cells to protect privacy. For 2020, the Bureau also published raw group counts rather than direct percentages, so Name Census converts those counts back into shares for comparability across census years.
What does Tricamo mean?
An Italian surname possibly derived from a place name or occupation related to embroidery or lace-making. The fuller origin note on this page goes into more detail.
Where does the surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These files list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2020 Census, along with a count, a per-100,000 rate, and a self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.
How does Name Census estimate living bearers?
For surnames, Name Census does not age cohorts the way it does for first names. Instead, it takes the Census Bureau's published frequency for Tricamo (0.04 per 100,000) and applies that rate to the current U.S. resident population to estimate how many living Americans have the surname today.
How many people are called Tricamo?
See how many people have the last name Tricamo on HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site built around that single question.