2000
#132,259
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 118
First available Census row
Per 100,000 0.04
Very Rare Last name
Velocci
An Italian surname derived from the word "veloce" meaning swift or fast.
According to the 2020 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 134 Americans carry the last name Velocci. That puts it at #144,270 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 2,557,868 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Velocci 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
134
1 in 2,557,868
Census rank
#144,270
2020 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.0
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
117
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 117 bearers of the surname Velocci in its 2020 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 144270th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Velocci, the largest self-reported group is White at 93.2%. The next largest groups are Black (1.7%) and Hispanic (1.7%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Velocci
The surname Velocci is of Italian origin, with roots tracing back to the late 13th century. It is believed to have originated in the northern regions of Italy, specifically in the areas surrounding the cities of Milan and Parma. The name is derived from the Italian word "veloce," meaning "swift" or "speedy," suggesting a possible connection to those known for their speed or agility.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Velocci can be found in the historical records of the city of Parma from the year 1298, where a certain Guglielmo Velocci is mentioned as a local merchant. In the following centuries, the name appears sporadically in various municipal records and legal documents across northern Italy, with slight variations in spelling, such as "Veloci" and "Vellocce."
During the Renaissance period, the name Velocci gained some prominence within the artistic circles of Italy. Notably, Girolamo Velocci (1535-1603), a painter from Parma, was celebrated for his religious works and frescoes adorning several churches in his hometown and neighboring cities.
In the 17th century, the Velocci family established themselves in the city of Milan, where they were involved in the silk trade and textile industry. One notable figure from this era was Battista Velocci (1612-1687), a successful silk merchant and philanthropist who contributed significantly to the construction of various public works and charitable institutions in Milan.
The name Velocci also found its way into the annals of Italian literature through the works of Pietro Velocci (1768-1841), a poet and playwright from Parma. His satirical plays and comedies gained popularity during the late 18th and early 19th centuries, earning him recognition as a prominent figure in the literary circles of his time.
Another notable bearer of the surname was Vincenzo Velocci (1892-1968), a renowned architect from Milan. He was responsible for designing several iconic buildings in the city, including the Church of Santa Maria Assunta and the Palazzo delle Poste, which showcased his unique blend of neoclassical and art nouveau styles.
Throughout the centuries, the Velocci name has been scattered across various regions of Italy, with families bearing this surname contributing to various fields, including art, literature, commerce, and architecture. While not as widespread as some other Italian surnames, the name Velocci has left its mark on the cultural and historical tapestry of the country.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Velocci
Among Census respondents with the surname Velocci, the largest self-reported group is White at 93.2%. The next largest groups are Black (1.7%) and Hispanic (1.7%).
The bar chart below shows how Velocci 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 Velocci surname at the time of the 2020 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White93.2% · 109
- Black or African American1.7% · 2
- Hispanic or Latino1.7% · 2
- American Indian and Alaska Native1.7% · 2
- Two or more races1.7% · 2
Timeline
Historical Census data for Velocci
Velocci 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
#142,108
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 117
-1 bearers (-0.8%)
Per 100,000 0.04
Rank movement Down 9,849 places
2020
#144,270
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 117
+0 bearers (+0.0%)
Per 100,000 0.04
Rank movement Down 2,162 places
| Year | Rank | Count | Per 100K | Count change | Rank change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | #132,259 | 118 | 0.04 | First available Census row | First available Census row |
| 2010 | #142,108 | 117 | 0.04 | -1 bearers (-0.8%) | Down 9,849 places |
| 2020 | #144,270 | 117 | 0.04 | +0 bearers (+0.0%) | Down 2,162 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 Velocci 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 | #142,108 | #144,270 | -1.5% |
| Count | 117 | 117 | 0.0% |
| Per 100K | 0.04 | 0.04 | -2.1% |
Between the 2010 and 2020 Census, the number of Velocci bearers went from 117 to 117 (+0.0% change). The surname moved down 2,162 positions in the national ranking, going from #142,108 to #144,270.
FAQ
Velocci surname: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. have the surname Velocci?
Name Census estimates that about 134 living Americans carry the surname Velocci. Using the current population baseline, that works out to roughly 1 in 2,557,868 residents.
How common is Velocci?
Velocci ranks #144,270 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 117 people with the surname Velocci. That is different from the site's living-bearer estimate (134), 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 Velocci.
Has Velocci become more or less common over time?
Between 2010 and 2020, the surname Velocci went from 117 recorded bearers to 117. That is an increase of 0 (+0.0%). In the national ranking it fell from #142,108 to #144,270.
What does the Census say about the background of Velocci?
Among Census respondents with the surname Velocci, the largest self-reported group is White at 93.2%. The next largest groups are Black (1.7%) and Hispanic (1.7%). 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 Velocci in the 2020 Census, accounting for 93.2% (109 people in the source table).
What is the full ancestry breakdown?
Velocci appears across multiple self-reported groups in the Census data. The largest shares in the 2020 file are White (93.2%), Black (1.7%), Hispanic (1.7%). 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 Velocci (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 Velocci mean?
An Italian surname derived from the word "veloce" meaning swift or fast. 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 Velocci (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 Velocci?
If you just want to know how many Americans have the surname Velocci, HowManyOfMe.org gives you the headline number in one glance.