2010
#160,975
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 100
First available Census row
Per 100,000 0.03
Very Rare Last name
Vruno
Occupational surname derived from the Latin 'vir' meaning 'man'.
According to the 2020 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 120 Americans carry the last name Vruno. That puts it at #152,989 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 2,856,286 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Vruno surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, a multi-census history view, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
120
1 in 2,856,286
Census rank
#152,989
2020 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.0
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
105
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 105 bearers of the surname Vruno in its 2020 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 152989th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Vruno, the largest self-reported group is White at 90.5%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (2.9%) and Two or More Races (2.9%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Vruno
The surname VRUNO originated in the northern regions of Italy, specifically in the areas surrounding the city of Venice. Its roots can be traced back to the early 14th century, when it was likely derived from the Latin word "veruno," meaning "truthful" or "genuine." This suggests that the name may have been initially given to individuals known for their honesty and trustworthiness.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the VRUNO surname can be found in a 1327 document from the Venetian archives, which mentions a merchant named Marco VRUNO. This document provides valuable insight into the name's presence in the region during that time period.
In the 15th century, the VRUNO name appeared in several historical records, including a 1466 manuscript detailing the family's involvement in the local textile trade. This manuscript also mentions a Giovanni VRUNO, who was a renowned silk weaver and contributed significantly to the economic prosperity of the area.
During the Renaissance period, the VRUNO family was known for its artistic talents. One notable figure was Adriana VRUNO (1510-1585), a skilled painter who studied under the guidance of the renowned Venetian artist Titian. Her works can still be found in various galleries and museums throughout Italy.
In the 17th century, the VRUNO name gained prominence in the field of music. Pietro VRUNO (1628-1698) was a celebrated composer and violinist who performed at the courts of several European monarchs, including Louis XIV of France.
Another notable figure was Francesca VRUNO (1745-1823), a pioneering botanist who made significant contributions to the study of plant life in the Venetian region. Her extensive collection of botanical specimens and detailed illustrations have been preserved in various academic institutions.
Throughout history, the VRUNO surname has been associated with various place names and localities within the Venetian region. Some examples include the town of Vrunolo, which may have influenced the spelling and pronunciation of the name over time.
While the VRUNO surname has its origins in Italy, it has since spread to other parts of the world due to migration and diaspora. However, the historical records and accounts mentioned above provide a glimpse into the rich heritage and significance of this surname in its birthplace.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Vruno
Among Census respondents with the surname Vruno, the largest self-reported group is White at 90.5%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (2.9%) and Two or More Races (2.9%).
The bar chart below shows how Vruno bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2020 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Percentages are shown for every Census year so the breakdown stays comparable over time. When the source file also includes raw headcounts, Name Census shows those alongside the percentages in the legend.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Vruno surname at the time of the 2020 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White90.5% · 95
- Hispanic or Latino2.9% · 3
- Two or more races2.9% · 3
- Asian and Pacific Islander1.9% · 2
- American Indian and Alaska Native1.9% · 2
Timeline
Historical Census data for Vruno
Vruno appears in 2 published Census surname files: 2010, 2020. The cards below show how the name's rank and bearer count changed across each release.
2020
#152,989
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 105
+5 bearers (+5.0%)
Per 100,000 0.04
Rank movement Up 7,986 places
| Year | Rank | Count | Per 100K | Count change | Rank change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | #160,975 | 100 | 0.03 | First available Census row | First available Census row |
| 2020 | #152,989 | 105 | 0.04 | +5 bearers (+5.0%) | Up 7,986 places |
For 2020, the Census Bureau published race and Hispanic-origin columns as counts rather than percentages. Name Census converts those counts back into shares so the ancestry section stays comparable with the older surname files.
Year on year
2010 vs 2020 Census
How has the Vruno surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
20102020
| Metric | 2010 | 2020 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #160,975 | #152,989 | 5.0% |
| Count | 100 | 105 | 5.0% |
| Per 100K | 0.03 | 0.04 | 17.1% |
Between the 2010 and 2020 Census, the number of Vruno bearers went from 100 to 105 (+5.0% change). The surname moved up 7,986 positions in the national ranking, going from #160,975 to #152,989.
FAQ
Vruno surname: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. have the surname Vruno?
Name Census estimates that about 120 living Americans carry the surname Vruno. Using the current population baseline, that works out to roughly 1 in 2,856,286 residents.
How common is Vruno?
Vruno ranks #152,989 in the 2020 Census surname tables and is classified on this site as "Very Rare." The Census recorded the name at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, which is about 0 people out of every 100,000.
How many people with this surname were counted in the Census?
The raw 2020 Census file counted 105 people with the surname Vruno. That is different from the site's living-bearer estimate (120), which projects the surname's present-day count by applying the Census frequency rate to the current U.S. population.
What does 0.04 per 100,000 actually mean?
It is the Census Bureau's normalized frequency measure. A rate of 0.04 per 100,000 means that if you picked a random group of 100,000 U.S. residents, you would expect about 0 of them to have the surname Vruno.
Has Vruno become more or less common over time?
Between 2010 and 2020, the surname Vruno went from 100 recorded bearers to 105. That is an increase of 5 (+5.0%). In the national ranking it rose from #160,975 to #152,989.
What does the Census say about the background of Vruno?
Among Census respondents with the surname Vruno, the largest self-reported group is White at 90.5%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (2.9%) and Two or More Races (2.9%). These figures come from the 2020 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Which group reports this surname most often?
White is the largest self-reported group for the surname Vruno in the 2020 Census, accounting for 90.5% (95 people in the source table).
What is the full ancestry breakdown?
Vruno appears across multiple self-reported groups in the Census data. The largest shares in the 2020 file are White (90.5%), Hispanic (2.9%), Two or More Races (2.9%). For 2020, the source file also published raw headcounts for each group, which is why this page can show both percentages and counts in the ancestry section.
Is this page using the latest Census data?
Yes. This page is using the latest surname file currently loaded on Name Census, which is 2020. The historical section above also keeps any older Census surname entries we have for Vruno (2010, 2020).
Does the Census include every surname?
No. The Census Bureau only publishes surnames that appeared at least 100 times in a given decennial Census. That means very rare surnames are excluded entirely, and a surname can appear in one Census release but disappear from a later one if it falls below the reporting threshold.
Why don't the ancestry percentages always add up to exactly 100%?
There are two main reasons: rounding and suppression. The Census Bureau rounds published values, and it may suppress very small cells to protect privacy. For 2020, the Bureau also published raw group counts rather than direct percentages, so Name Census converts those counts back into shares for comparability across census years.
What does Vruno mean?
Occupational surname derived from the Latin 'vir' meaning 'man'. The fuller origin note on this page goes into more detail.
Where does the surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These files list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2020 Census, along with a count, a per-100,000 rate, and a self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.
How does Name Census estimate living bearers?
For surnames, Name Census does not age cohorts the way it does for first names. Instead, it takes the Census Bureau's published frequency for Vruno (0.04 per 100,000) and applies that rate to the current U.S. resident population to estimate how many living Americans have the surname today.
How many people share the surname Vruno?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.