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

Zampino, 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 Zampino surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Zampino in America

Zampino is the 44872nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Zampino surname appeared 478 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 Zampino.

We can also compare 2010 data for Zampino 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 Zampino

The surname Zampino is of Italian origin and can be traced back to the late medieval period. The name is predominantly found in the southern regions of Italy, particularly in the areas of Calabria and Sicily. Zampino is derived from the word zampa, which means paw or foot in Italian. The diminutive suffix -ino indicates something small or a derivative, leading the surname to be interpreted as "small foot" or "little paw."

Historical references to the surname Zampino can be found in various records and documents from the Italian regions mentioned. One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname appears in the mid-15th century. A notable figure is Giovanni Zampino, a merchant listed in the tax records of Palermo, Sicily, dated 1462. His entry demonstrates the presence and usage of the surname during that period.

Another historical figure, Antonio Zampino, was recorded as an artisan in Reggio Calabria in the early 16th century. His work as a craftsman produced tools and art that were highly regarded in the region, further establishing the surname's connection to skilled tradesmen.

In the 17th century, Francesca Zampino, born in 1604 in Naples, is documented in various church records. She played a notable role in charitable activities affiliated with the Church, and her name is frequently mentioned in documents concerning the administration of aid to the poor.

By the 18th century, the surname Zampino had appeared in various legal and land documents. Carlo Zampino, born in 1721 in Cosenza, was a notable landowner whose business dealings and landholdings are well documented. His life and legacy continued to influence the region's socio-economic landscape long after his death in 1787.

In the 19th century, the most famous bearer of the surname was Vincenzo Zampino, born in 1828 in Sicily. He was an influential figure in the unification of Italy, participating actively in the revolutionary activities of the time. Vincenzo's contributions are commemorated in several historical writings, recognizing his commitment to the cause of Italian unification until his death in 1895.

Throughout history, the surname Zampino has persisted, marking its presence in various regions and contexts within Italy. Each recorded bearer has contributed to its rich history, reflecting the cultural and social fabric of their times.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Zampino

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

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

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