2010
#148,347
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 111
First available Census row
Per 100,000 0.04
Very Rare Last name
Ziino
An Italian surname derived from a diminutive form of the name "Giuseppe" or "Joseph".
According to the 2020 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 130 Americans carry the last name Ziino. That puts it at #147,221 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 2,636,572 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Ziino 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
130
1 in 2,636,572
Census rank
#147,221
2020 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.0
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
113
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 113 bearers of the surname Ziino in its 2020 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 147221st position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Ziino, the largest self-reported group is White at 95.6%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (4.4%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Ziino
The surname Ziino is believed to have originated in Italy, particularly Sicily, during the late Middle Ages. Sicily was a cultural melting pot due to various conquests and influences, making the etymology of its surnames particularly rich and diverse. The name Ziino is thought to be derived from the Italian word "zino" or "zina," which historically could refer to a small pathway or passage in dialectal Italian, possibly suggesting that the original bearers of this name lived near such a landmark.
Ziino first appeared in historical records in the 15th century. One of the earliest documented appearances is in the 1475 tax records of Palermo, where a Giovanni Ziino is mentioned. This suggests that the family had some standing and recognition in society during that time. The name book of 1500, also known as the "Catasto Onciario," records the presence of several Ziino families in eastern Sicily, indicating a spread of the surname within the region.
One of the notable historical figures with the surname Ziino is Father Giuseppe Ziino, born in 1623 and served as an influential priest in the Diocese of Trapani. His contributions to the local church and community are documented in religious records from the era. Vincenzo Ziino, a prominent merchant in the early 1700s, expanded his trade across the Mediterranean, which brought the family considerable wealth and prominence. His death around 1775 is recorded in trade logs preserved in the archives of the city of Messina.
In the 19th century, Salvatore Ziino emerged as a significant political figure in Palermo. Born in 1820, he played an essential role in the unification of Italy, advocating for Sicilian interests during this transformative period. Salvatore's contributions are detailed in parliamentary records from the era, highlighting his influence and dedication until his death in 1878.
Another influential figure was Maria Ziino (1852-1921), an artist known for her contributions to the Italian cultural scene. Her paintings, often depicting Sicilian landscapes and everyday life, gained recognition in various Italian art circles. Records of her exhibitions and critiques by contemporary art reviewers continue to be preserved in art history archives.
References to the surname appear consistently in maritime and trade documents, indicating the family's involvement in various economic activities. For example, in the late 1800s, a Felice Ziino was noted as a ship captain who made regular voyages between Sicily and North Africa. His nautical logs were preserved and later donated to the Regional Museum of Maritime History in Palermo.
The surname Ziino also appears in legal documents of the time. The 1883 court records of Catania mention a case involving a Giacomo Ziino, who was implicated in a significant property dispute that provides insights into the legal practices and social dynamics of the time.
Overall, the Ziino surname has a rich history rooted in Sicily's multifaceted culture, with its bearers participating in various spheres such as religion, trade, politics, and the arts. The name's association with specific professions and societal roles highlights its historical significance and the legacy left by those who carried it.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Ziino
Among Census respondents with the surname Ziino, the largest self-reported group is White at 95.6%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (4.4%).
The bar chart below shows how Ziino 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 Ziino surname at the time of the 2020 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White95.6% · 108
- Hispanic or Latino4.4% · 5
Timeline
Historical Census data for Ziino
Ziino 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
#147,221
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 113
+2 bearers (+1.8%)
Per 100,000 0.04
Rank movement Up 1,126 places
| Year | Rank | Count | Per 100K | Count change | Rank change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | #148,347 | 111 | 0.04 | First available Census row | First available Census row |
| 2020 | #147,221 | 113 | 0.04 | +2 bearers (+1.8%) | Up 1,126 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 Ziino 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 | #148,347 | #147,221 | 0.8% |
| Count | 111 | 113 | 1.8% |
| Per 100K | 0.04 | 0.04 | -5.5% |
Between the 2010 and 2020 Census, the number of Ziino bearers went from 111 to 113 (+1.8% change). The surname moved up 1,126 positions in the national ranking, going from #148,347 to #147,221.
FAQ
Ziino surname: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. have the surname Ziino?
Name Census estimates that about 130 living Americans carry the surname Ziino. Using the current population baseline, that works out to roughly 1 in 2,636,572 residents.
How common is Ziino?
Ziino ranks #147,221 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 113 people with the surname Ziino. That is different from the site's living-bearer estimate (130), 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 Ziino.
Has Ziino become more or less common over time?
Between 2010 and 2020, the surname Ziino went from 111 recorded bearers to 113. That is an increase of 2 (+1.8%). In the national ranking it rose from #148,347 to #147,221.
What does the Census say about the background of Ziino?
Among Census respondents with the surname Ziino, the largest self-reported group is White at 95.6%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (4.4%). 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 Ziino in the 2020 Census, accounting for 95.6% (108 people in the source table).
What is the full ancestry breakdown?
Ziino appears across multiple self-reported groups in the Census data. The largest shares in the 2020 file are White (95.6%), Hispanic (4.4%). 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 Ziino (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 Ziino mean?
An Italian surname derived from a diminutive form of the name "Giuseppe" or "Joseph". 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 Ziino (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 many people are called Ziino?
Our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers how common the surname Ziino is at a glance, with the living-bearer count up front.