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

Vetrano, 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 Vetrano surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Vetrano in America

Vetrano is the 21119th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Vetrano surname appeared 1,243 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 Vetrano.

We can also compare 2010 data for Vetrano 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 Vetrano

The surname Vetrano originated in Italy, specifically in the region of Sicily. It is derived from the Latin word "veteranus," which means "old" or "ancient." This suggests that the name may have been given to someone who lived in an old or ancient settlement.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Vetrano can be found in the Sicilian town of Alcamo, where it appears in documents dating back to the 13th century. The name was also found in other parts of Sicily, such as Palermo and Trapani, during the same time period.

In the 14th century, there are records of a Vetrano family living in the town of Salemi, near Trapani. This family was known for their involvement in the local wine trade, and their name was often associated with vineyards and wine production.

During the Renaissance period, a prominent figure named Giovanni Vetrano (1490-1572) was a renowned poet and playwright from Palermo. He was known for his works in the Sicilian language and his contributions to the literary culture of the time.

Another notable individual with the surname Vetrano was Antonio Vetrano (1701-1778), a Sicilian architect who designed several churches and palaces in Palermo and other parts of Sicily. His works were influenced by the Baroque style and are still admired today.

In the 19th century, a Sicilian botanist named Gaetano Vetrano (1815-1892) made significant contributions to the study of plant life in his native region. He published numerous works on the flora of Sicily and was recognized for his expertise in the field.

Throughout history, the surname Vetrano has been associated with various professions and areas of expertise, from literature and architecture to agriculture and natural sciences. While its origins can be traced back to ancient Latin roots, the name has maintained a strong connection to the island of Sicily and its rich cultural heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Vetrano

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

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

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