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

Veno, 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 Veno surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Veno in America

Veno is the 32031st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Veno surname appeared 720 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 Veno.

We can also compare 2010 data for Veno 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 Veno

The surname VENO is believed to have originated in Italy during the Middle Ages. It is thought to be derived from the Latin word "venio," meaning "to come" or "to arrive." This suggests that the name may have been given to someone who had recently relocated to a new area or town.

In some regions of Italy, the name VENO may also be related to the Italian word "vena," which means "vein" or "streak," possibly referring to a physical characteristic or occupation. However, the "venio" origin is more widely accepted by etymologists.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname VENO can be found in the Codice Diplomatico Siciliano, a collection of medieval documents from Sicily, dating back to the 12th century. The name appears in various forms, such as "Veno" and "Venno," reflecting the variations in spelling and pronunciation common in that era.

In the 14th century, a prominent figure named Giovanni Veno was mentioned in the chronicles of the city of Verona. He was a respected merchant and landowner who played a significant role in the local economy and politics during that time.

During the Renaissance period, the VENO surname gained further recognition with the birth of Antonio Veno (1470-1528), a renowned sculptor and architect from Venice. His works can still be admired in various churches and palazzos throughout Italy.

Another notable figure was Pietro Veno (1592-1649), a Venetian writer and playwright who contributed to the development of the commedia dell'arte genre. His plays were widely performed and enjoyed popularity across Italy and beyond.

In the 18th century, a branch of the VENO family settled in the region of Tuscany, where they became known for their expertise in winemaking. One of their descendants, Giancarlo Veno (1753-1822), was a respected viticulturist and wrote several influential treatises on the art of winemaking.

The surname VENO can also be traced to various placenames in Italy, such as Veno di Cadore, a town in the province of Belluno, and Veno di Dalmine, a hamlet near Bergamo. These locations may have influenced the spread and adoption of the name in different regions.

While the VENO surname is not among the most common in Italy, it has left its mark on the country's history and culture, with individuals from various walks of life contributing to its legacy over the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Veno

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

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

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