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

Yanuzzi, 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 Yanuzzi surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Yanuzzi in America

Yanuzzi is the 124548th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Yanuzzi surname appeared 138 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 Yanuzzi.

We can also compare 2010 data for Yanuzzi 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 Yanuzzi

The surname Yanuzzi traces its origins to Italy, specifically within the regions of Southern Italy such as Campania and Calabria. The earliest known appearance of this name can be dated back to the Medieval period. Yanuzzi is a variant of the Italian surname Iannuzzi, which itself is derived from a diminutive form of the given name Giovanni, equivalent to John in English. The Italian language often adds suffixes like -uzzi or -uzzi to denote "little" or "son of," thus indicating that Yanuzzi originally meant "little John" or "son of John."

Historical references to the name Yanuzzi are relatively sparse but consistently present in regional records. One of the earlier mentions appears in 13th-century ecclesiastical records from the Campania region. Notably, variations of the spelling such as Iannuzzi or Iannuzzio appear in texts concerning local land grants and community affairs, demonstrating the evolution of the surname over time.

Among the earliest recorded instances, Giovanni Iannuzzi, born in 1401, is referenced in merchant guild records in Naples. His participation in trade between Italian states is well documented, reflecting the regional importance of the name during this period. Another notable early reference is to Marco Yanuzzi, an artist born in 1543 who became known for his detailed church frescoes in Calabria. His works survive in small chapels and are acclaimed for their vibrant depictions of biblical scenes.

The surname continued to gain recognition, such as Antonio Yanuzzi, a prominent figure in the 17th century, born circa 1620. He was known for his role in local governance in the town of Salerno. His signatures can be found on several municipal documents, indicating his involvement in town administration and local politics.

Moving into the 18th century, Federico Yanuzzi, born in 1765, made a name as an agrarian reformer. His efforts to introduce modern farming techniques to the rural areas around Naples were well received and significantly impacted local agricultural practices.

In the 19th century, another distinguished individual with the surname was Lucia Yanuzzi, born in 1834. She became known for her philanthropic work in Palermo, where she established several schools and orphanages.

The surname Yanuzzi has thus evolved from its Italian roots, shaped by historical figures known for their contributions in various fields. The enduring legacy of the surname is a testament to its rich history and significance in Southern Italian culture.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Yanuzzi

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

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

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