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

Zaffuto, 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 Zaffuto surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Zaffuto in America

Zaffuto is the 48436th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Zaffuto surname appeared 436 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 Zaffuto.

We can also compare 2010 data for Zaffuto 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 Zaffuto

The surname Zaffuto has its origins in Italy, specifically in the southern regions, including Sicily. It is believed to have emerged during the medieval period, around the 12th or 13th century. The areas where this surname was commonly found include towns such as Agrigento and Caltanissetta in Sicily. The name is derived from the Italian word "zaffo," which means "bung" or a stopper used in barrels, suggesting an occupational origin connected with barrel making or wine production.

In historical documents, variations of the Zaffuto surname can be found. For instance, old records mention variants like Zaffuto, Zuffuto, and Zafuto. The surname appears in historical manuscripts and local records from the 14th century onwards. One of the earliest references is a 14th-century land registry in Agrigento, where the name Zaffuto is recorded in connection with land ownership and tax records.

One notable individual with the surname Zaffuto was Giovanni Zaffuto, born in 1590, a landowner in the region of Caltanissetta. His name appears in several local government documents concerning property and civic duties. Another early example is Pietro Zaffuto, born in 1623, who was a well-known craftsman in Palermo, recognized for his expertise in cooperage, the making of barrels and casks.

During the 18th century, the Zaffuto family gained prominence, with Salvatore Zaffuto, born in 1710, being a notable figure. He was a respected winemaker in the town of Agrigento and played a significant role in the local economy. Records highlight his contributions to the wine trade and his involvement in regional commercial activities.

In the 19th century, Giuseppa Zaffuto, born in 1805, made a mark as an educator in Caltanissetta. She is remembered for her efforts in establishing schools and improving literacy among women in the region. Her contributions to education are well-documented in local historical writings and educational records.

Another prominent figure was Francesco Zaffuto, born in 1850, who became an influential political figure in Agrigento. Elected as a municipal leader, his policies and reforms significantly shaped the development of the town. His leadership during the latter part of the 19th century is documented in various governmental archives and historical biographies.

Throughout history, the Zaffuto surname has been associated with various occupations and societal contributions, reflecting its deep roots in the culture and economy of southern Italy.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Zaffuto

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

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

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