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

Zerbo, 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 Zerbo surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Zerbo in America

Zerbo is the 72332nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Zerbo surname appeared 269 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 Zerbo.

We can also compare 2010 data for Zerbo 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 Zerbo

The surname Zerbo is believed to have its origins in Italy, specifically in the regions of Northern Italy such as Lombardy and Veneto. The surname dates back to at least the medieval period. Its precise origin is a subject of debate, but it may be derived from the Italian word serbo, meaning "I guard" or "I save." This could indicate ancestral occupations such as a guard or custodian.

The earliest records of the surname appear in medieval manuscripts and local records. One of the earliest references to the family name Zerbo can be traced to the 14th century in the region of Lombardy. Manuscripts from this time mention a Giovanni Zerbo, a notable landowner in the area around Milan.

Another early recorded example is from the late 15th century in the Veneto region, where a Pietro Zerbo served as a municipal leader. His influence in local politics is documented in several government records from 1485 to 1510. The Zerbo name appears in various forms in these documents, occasionally spelled as Serbo or Zervo.

In the 16th century, a soldier by the name of Carlo Zerbo is noted for his service in the Venetian army during the War of the League of Cambrai. Historical military records from 1508 to 1516 detail his contributions and the recognition he received for his bravery in battle.

In the arts, the name Zerbo is associated with the musician Luigi Zerbo, who lived during the 18th century (circa 1723-1781). Luigi was a renowned violinist and composer based in the city of Bergamo. His works were celebrated throughout Northern Italy and continue to be performed in classical repertoires today.

Nineteenth-century Italian history provides another notable figure, Maria Zerbo, an activist who participated in the Italian unification movement (Risorgimento). Born in 1825, she was actively involved in the revolutionary activities of the 1840s and 1850s, advocating for a unified Italy free of foreign rule. Her efforts and writings played a significant role in the cultural and political discourse of the time.

Across generations, the surname Zerbo has adapted and evolved, but its historical roots remain firmly planted in Northern Italy. Throughout history, bearers of the surname have made significant contributions in various fields such as politics, military service, arts, and activism.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Zerbo

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

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

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