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

Vomero, 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 Vomero surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Vomero in America

Vomero is the 139228th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Vomero surname appeared 120 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 Vomero.

We can also compare 2010 data for Vomero 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 Vomero

The surname Vomero originates from Italy, specifically the region of Campania. It is believed to have derived from the Latin word "vomer," meaning "ploughshare." This suggests that the name may have initially been associated with agricultural occupations or landowners.

In the 12th century, the name Vomero appeared in historical records related to the city of Naples, where a neighborhood called "Vomero" was established. This area was known for its fertile land and agricultural activities, further reinforcing the connection between the name and farming.

One of the earliest documented individuals with the surname Vomero was Giovanni Vomero, a landowner and farmer who lived in the Vomero district of Naples in the late 15th century. Another notable figure was Antonio Vomero, a renowned vintner from the same region, who established a successful winery in the 16th century.

During the Renaissance period, the Vomero family gained prominence in the arts and literature. Giulio Vomero (1520-1588) was a celebrated poet and playwright, whose works were widely acclaimed throughout Italy. His contemporary, Caterina Vomero (1535-1612), was a renowned painter and an influential figure in the Neapolitan art scene.

In the 18th century, the Vomero name was associated with the Italian military. General Giuseppe Vomero (1745-1825) was a highly decorated officer who served in the Napoleonic Wars and played a crucial role in the Italian unification movement.

Another distinguished individual with the surname Vomero was Vincenzo Vomero (1810-1879), a renowned architect who designed several notable buildings in Naples, including the Palazzo Vomero, which still stands today as a testament to his architectural prowess.

Throughout its history, the surname Vomero has been closely linked to the region of Campania, particularly the city of Naples and its surrounding areas. Its connection to agriculture and landholding has been a consistent theme, reflecting the rich agricultural heritage of the region.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Vomero

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

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

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