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

Volante, 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 Volante surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Volante in America

Volante is the 37955th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Volante surname appeared 585 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 Volante.

We can also compare 2010 data for Volante 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 Volante

The surname Volante originated in Italy, with its roots dating back to the medieval period. The name is derived from the Italian word "volante," which means "flying" or "swift." It is believed that the name was initially given as a descriptive nickname to someone who was exceptionally fast or agile.

Historically, the Volante surname first appeared in the northern regions of Italy, particularly in the areas around Milan and Genoa. The earliest known record of the name can be traced back to the 13th century, where it was mentioned in various documents and records from that time.

One notable historical reference to the Volante name is found in the "Libro d'Oro della Nobiltà Italiana" (Book of Gold of the Italian Nobility), which was compiled in the 15th century. This manuscript contains a list of noble families, including several entries for individuals with the Volante surname.

The first recorded individual with the Volante surname was Giovanni Volante, who lived in Genoa during the late 13th century. He was a renowned merchant and ship owner, known for his swift and successful trading ventures across the Mediterranean.

Another prominent figure was Matteo Volante, born in Milan in 1452. He was a skilled architect and engineer, responsible for designing several notable buildings and fortifications in the city during the Renaissance period.

In the 16th century, the name Volante gained further recognition with the birth of Filippo Volante (1510-1587), a celebrated painter and fresco artist from Genoa. His works can still be admired in various churches and palaces throughout Italy.

During the 17th century, the Volante surname was associated with the noble Volante family from Verona. This family played a significant role in the city's political and cultural life, producing several influential figures, including Giacomo Volante (1635-1712), a renowned lawyer and statesman.

Another notable individual was Antonio Volante (1720-1792), a celebrated composer and violinist from Naples. His compositions were widely performed and appreciated throughout Europe during the Classical era.

The Volante surname has a rich history deeply rooted in Italian culture and tradition, with its origins dating back to the medieval period. Throughout the centuries, individuals bearing this name have made significant contributions in various fields, leaving an indelible mark on the historical records of Italy.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Volante

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

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

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