2010
#151,532
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 108
First available Census row
Per 100,000 0.04
Very Rare Last name
Zangri
An Italian surname derived from the place name Zangri in Basilicata, Italy.
According to the 2020 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 126 Americans carry the last name Zangri. That puts it at #149,446 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 2,720,273 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Zangri 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
126
1 in 2,720,273
Census rank
#149,446
2020 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.0
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
110
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 110 bearers of the surname Zangri in its 2020 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 149446th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Zangri, the largest self-reported group is White at 88.2%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (4.5%) and Two or More Races (3.6%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Zangri
The surname Zangri finds its origins in Italy, a country renowned for its rich tapestry of regional dialects and surnames that often reflect geographical roots, occupations, or distinct familial characteristics. The name Zangri is believed to have originated in the central and southern regions of Italy during the late medieval period, roughly between the 13th and 15th centuries. The areas most commonly associated with the surname include Calabria and Basilicata, regions known for their unique blends of Greek, Roman, and later Norman influences.
Zangri may be derived from older Italian or possibly Greek terms. One possible root is the Greek word "sangaris," which refers to a river, suggesting that the surname could have initially been a toponym, indicating that the original bearers of the name might have lived near a river or a water body. Another theory is that it could derive from "zàngaro," an old Italian dialectal word for a type of fishing net, implying that the original Zangris were fishermen or had connections to the fishing industry.
The name Zangri appears in several historical documents and ancient manuscripts, underscoring its longstanding presence in Italian history. For instance, records from the 15th century in the archives of the town of Cosenza mention a family named Zangri engaged in land transactions and local governance. These records indicate that the Zangri family was involved in significant socio-economic activities in the region.
Among the earliest recorded individuals with the surname Zangri is Pietro Zangri, born in 1483 in the town of Matera. Pietro was a notable figure in his community, serving as a local magistrate and contributing to the town’s legal and administrative affairs until his death in 1542. Another significant individual was Maria Zangri, born in 1611 in Reggio Calabria, known for her philanthropic activities, especially her efforts in founding an orphanage in the town during the devastating plague of 1656.
In the realm of art, Giacomo Zangri, born in 1722, gained recognition as a talented painter during the 18th century. His works mostly depicted religious themes and adorned several churches in the Calabria region. His contributions continued until his death in 1789, leaving behind a legacy of religious iconography.
The 19th century saw the emergence of Francesco Zangri, born in 1803 in Potenza. Francesco was a revolutionary figure who played a significant role in the Italian unification movement. His fervent advocacy for national unity and independence earned him a place in history, although he tragically died young in 1848 during the tumultuous uprisings of that era.
In the literary world, the surname persisted with Benedetta Zangri, born in 1865. Benedetta was a prolific poet and writer whose works captured the essence of Italian rural life and societal changes during her lifespan, which extended until 1932. Her poems and short stories offered poignant insights into the daily lives and struggles of the Italian peasantry.
Each of these individuals embodied different dimensions of the surname Zangri, ranging from governance and philanthropy to art, revolutionary activism, and literary contributions. Their lives and achievements underscore the rich, multifaceted heritage of the Zangri name, which has been woven into the historical and cultural fabric of Italy over the centuries.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Zangri
Among Census respondents with the surname Zangri, the largest self-reported group is White at 88.2%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (4.5%) and Two or More Races (3.6%).
The bar chart below shows how Zangri 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 Zangri surname at the time of the 2020 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White88.2% · 97
- Hispanic or Latino4.5% · 5
- Two or more races3.6% · 4
- Black or African American1.8% · 2
- Asian and Pacific Islander1.8% · 2
Timeline
Historical Census data for Zangri
Zangri 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
#149,446
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 110
+2 bearers (+1.9%)
Per 100,000 0.04
Rank movement Up 2,086 places
| Year | Rank | Count | Per 100K | Count change | Rank change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | #151,532 | 108 | 0.04 | First available Census row | First available Census row |
| 2020 | #149,446 | 110 | 0.04 | +2 bearers (+1.9%) | Up 2,086 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 Zangri 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 | #151,532 | #149,446 | 1.4% |
| Count | 108 | 110 | 1.9% |
| Per 100K | 0.04 | 0.04 | -8.0% |
Between the 2010 and 2020 Census, the number of Zangri bearers went from 108 to 110 (+1.9% change). The surname moved up 2,086 positions in the national ranking, going from #151,532 to #149,446.
FAQ
Zangri surname: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. have the surname Zangri?
Name Census estimates that about 126 living Americans carry the surname Zangri. Using the current population baseline, that works out to roughly 1 in 2,720,273 residents.
How common is Zangri?
Zangri ranks #149,446 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 110 people with the surname Zangri. That is different from the site's living-bearer estimate (126), 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 Zangri.
Has Zangri become more or less common over time?
Between 2010 and 2020, the surname Zangri went from 108 recorded bearers to 110. That is an increase of 2 (+1.9%). In the national ranking it rose from #151,532 to #149,446.
What does the Census say about the background of Zangri?
Among Census respondents with the surname Zangri, the largest self-reported group is White at 88.2%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (4.5%) and Two or More Races (3.6%). 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 Zangri in the 2020 Census, accounting for 88.2% (97 people in the source table).
What is the full ancestry breakdown?
Zangri appears across multiple self-reported groups in the Census data. The largest shares in the 2020 file are White (88.2%), Hispanic (4.5%), Two or More Races (3.6%). 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 Zangri (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 Zangri mean?
An Italian surname derived from the place name Zangri in Basilicata, Italy. 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 Zangri (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 common is the surname Zangri?
Want to know how many people have the surname Zangri? HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, puts the living-bearer count front and centre.