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

Zanin, 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 Zanin surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Zanin in America

Zanin is the 55386th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Zanin surname appeared 371 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 Zanin.

We can also compare 2010 data for Zanin 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 Zanin

The surname Zanin has its origins in Italy, particularly in the northern regions such as Veneto and Lombardy. It derives from the Venetian dialect, where it evolved as a diminutive form of the name Zane, itself derived from the given name Giovanni, the Italian version of John. The name Giovanni has its roots in the Hebrew name Yochanan, which means "God is gracious."

Early records of the Zanin surname appear in various ecclesiastical documents from the 14th and 15th centuries. For example, parish records from Veneto mention families with the Zanin surname, pointing to their involvement in local communities and church activities. The name also appears in Venetian commercial records of the same period, indicating that bearers of the surname were engaged in trade and craftsmanship—a common occupation in the bustling maritime republic of Venice.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname can be found in the records of a 15th-century land transaction involving a man named Pietro Zanin in Lombardy. Another early reference to the surname occurs in the civic records of Padua, detailing the life of Matteo Zanin, a noted scholar and cleric born around 1480.

In the 16th century, the Zanin name appeared in a variety of contexts, including military and religious records. Giovanni Battista Zanin, born in 1542, served as an officer in the Venetian navy during its conflicts with the Ottoman Empire. His service was documented in military archives, which praised his strategic acumen and leadership skills.

The Zanin surname also appears in the context of art and literature. Andrea Zanin (1560-1611), a painter from Verona, achieved a measure of regional fame for his religious frescoes, some of which still adorn churches in the area. His work is noted in several art history texts from the period.

In the 17th century, another noteworthy individual was Marco Zanin, born in 1623, who became known for his contributions to music as a composer and organist. Records from the conservatories in Venice note his tenure as a teacher, and his influence on the musical styles of the region.

By the 18th century, the Zanin surname was well established in northern Italy. Giovanni Zanin (1705-1778), a prominent physician, made significant contributions to medical science, which are recorded in contemporary medical journals of the time. His work in the field of infectious diseases was particularly influential during the plague outbreaks that periodically struck Europe.

In summary, the surname Zanin has deep roots in northern Italy and is tied to important historical figures across multiple centuries. These individuals contributed to the arts, military, religion, and science, highlighting the diverse talents and impact of those who bore the name.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Zanin

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

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

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