Tucci
An Italian occupational surname referring to someone who made or sold a type of cap or hood.
According to the 2010 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 4,936 Americans carry the last name Tucci. That puts it at #7,799 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 1.44 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 69,440 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Tucci surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, 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
4.9K
1 in 69,440
Census rank
#7,799
2010 decennial data
Per 100,000
1.4
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
4.2K
rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 4,245 bearers of the surname Tucci in its 2010 decennial surname file. At a rate of 1.44 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 7799th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Tucci, the largest self-reported group is White at 94.7%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (3.1%) and Two or More Races (1.1%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Tucci
The surname Tucci is of Italian origin, derived from the Latin word "Tutius" which means "safe" or "secure." It is believed to have originated in the region of Tuscany, Italy, during the medieval period.
The earliest recorded use of the name Tucci can be traced back to the 11th century, where it appeared in various documents and records from the city of Florence. The name was often associated with noble families and landowners in the area.
In the 13th century, a notable figure named Guido Tucci was mentioned in the chronicles of the city of Siena. He was a prominent merchant and politician who played a significant role in the city's affairs during that time.
By the 14th century, the name Tucci had spread to other parts of Italy, including the regions of Lazio and Umbria. One of the earliest examples of the name in these regions can be found in a manuscript from the year 1348, which mentions a certain Giovanni Tucci, a priest from the town of Orvieto.
During the Renaissance period, the Tucci family gained prominence in the arts and literature. One of the most famous members of this family was Vincenzo Tucci, a renowned painter from the city of Urbino, who lived from 1521 to 1594. His works can be found in various churches and galleries across Italy.
Another noteworthy individual with the surname Tucci was Girolamo Tucci, an Italian explorer and Orientalist who lived from 1893 to 1984. He is best known for his expeditions and archaeological discoveries in Central Asia, particularly in the regions of Tibet and Xinjiang.
In more recent times, the name Tucci has become associated with several accomplished individuals in the entertainment industry. One of the most prominent figures is Stanley Tucci, an American actor, writer, and film producer who was born in 1960. He has appeared in numerous acclaimed films and television shows throughout his career.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Tucci
Among Census respondents with the surname Tucci, the largest self-reported group is White at 94.7%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (3.1%) and Two or More Races (1.1%).
The bar chart below shows how Tucci bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2010 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.
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 Tucci surname at the time of the 2010 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White94.7%
- Hispanic or Latino3.1%
- Two or more races1.1%
- Asian and Pacific Islander0.5%
- Black or African American0.4%
- American Indian and Alaska Native0.2%
Year on year
2010 vs 2010 Census
How has the Tucci surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
| Metric | 2010 | 2010 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #7,799 | #7,799 | 0.0% |
| Count | 4,245 | 4,245 | 0.0% |
| Per 100K | 1.44 | 1.44 | 0.0% |
Between the 2010 and 2010 Census, the number of Tucci bearers went from 4,245 to 4,245 (+0.0% change). The surname held its position in the national ranking, going from #7,799 to #7,799.
Notable bearers
Famous people with the surname Tucci
FAQ
Tucci surname: questions and answers
How common is the last name Tucci?
The surname Tucci holds position #7,799 in the US Census Bureau's surname ranking, with an estimated 4,936 living bearers. It occurs at a rate of 1.44 per 100,000 Americans.
What is the ethnic background of the Tucci surname?
Among Census respondents with the surname Tucci, the largest self-reported group is White at 94.7%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (3.1%) and Two or More Races (1.1%). These figures come from the 2010 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Where does this surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These tables list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2010 Census, along with a frequency rate and self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.