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

Vermiglio, 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 Vermiglio surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Vermiglio in America

Vermiglio is the 110825th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Vermiglio surname appeared 159 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 Vermiglio.

We can also compare 2010 data for Vermiglio 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 Vermiglio

The surname Vermiglio originates from Italy, with roots tracing back to the medieval period. It is derived from the Italian word "vermiglio," meaning "vermilion" or a brilliant red pigment used in painting and dyeing. This suggests that the name may have been initially associated with individuals involved in the production or trade of vermilion dye.

The earliest known records of the Vermiglio surname can be found in historical documents from the 13th century, particularly in regions such as Tuscany and Emilia-Romagna. It is possible that the name was initially adopted by families residing in areas known for their vermilion production or dyeing industries.

In the 14th century, the Vermiglio surname appeared in the census records of Florence, indicating its presence among the city's aristocratic families. One notable figure from this period was Guido Vermiglio (1290-1349), a renowned Florentine painter renowned for his use of vibrant vermilion hues in his frescoes.

During the Renaissance, the Vermiglio surname gained further prominence. Marco Vermiglio (1470-1537), a skilled architect from Ravenna, contributed to the design of several notable churches and palaces in northern Italy. Additionally, Pietro Vermiglio (1499-1563), a theologian and reformer, played a significant role in the Protestant Reformation movement in Italy and later England.

In the 17th century, the Vermiglio family established themselves as prominent merchants and bankers in the city of Naples. One notable figure was Vincenzo Vermiglio (1620-1687), a successful banker whose wealth and influence allowed him to establish a noble lineage for his descendants.

Another prominent individual bearing the Vermiglio surname was Girolamo Vermiglio (1745-1829), a celebrated painter from Genoa. His works, characterized by their use of vibrant vermilion hues, adorned many churches and aristocratic residences throughout northern Italy.

While the Vermiglio surname originated in Italy, it eventually spread to other parts of Europe and the world through migration and intermarriage. However, its roots remain firmly tied to the Italian Renaissance and the historical significance of vermilion pigment in various artistic and commercial endeavors.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Vermiglio

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

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

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