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

Tronzo, 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 Tronzo surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Tronzo in America

Tronzo is the 150452nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Tronzo surname appeared 109 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 Tronzo.

We can also compare 2010 data for Tronzo 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 Tronzo

The surname Tronzo is believed to have originated in Italy, specifically in the region of Calabria, during the Middle Ages. It is thought to derive from the Latin word "tronco," meaning "tree trunk" or "log," suggesting a possible connection to forestry or woodworking professions.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Tronzo can be found in a document from the 13th century, which mentions a family with this surname living in the town of Rossano, located in the province of Cosenza, Calabria. This document provides valuable insight into the historical presence of the Tronzo name in this region.

Throughout the centuries, the Tronzo surname has been associated with various notable individuals. In the 15th century, Giovanni Tronzo was a renowned painter and fresco artist who worked on several churches and cathedrals in the Calabria region, leaving a lasting legacy in the art world.

Another prominent figure bearing the Tronzo surname was Vincenzo Tronzo, who lived in the 17th century and was a respected philosopher and theologian. His writings and teachings contributed significantly to the intellectual discourse of his time.

During the 19th century, the Tronzo name gained further recognition with the birth of Giuseppe Tronzo (1825-1897), a prominent political activist and advocate for workers' rights. His efforts played a crucial role in shaping labor reforms and improving working conditions in Italy.

It is worth noting that variations in spelling, such as Tronzi or Tronzio, have also been documented throughout history, reflecting the linguistic evolution and regional dialects of the areas where the name was prevalent.

As the Tronzo family spread across Italy and beyond, the surname continued to be associated with individuals who made significant contributions in various fields, including the arts, academia, and public service. The legacy of this surname serves as a testament to the rich cultural heritage and diverse achievements of those who bore it throughout the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Tronzo

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

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

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