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

Zini, 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 Zini surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Zini in America

Zini is the 82908th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Zini surname appeared 227 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 Zini.

We can also compare 2010 data for Zini 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 Zini

The surname Zini has its origins in Italy, specifically tracing back to the northern regions such as Lombardy and Emilia-Romagna. The name Zini is believed to have derived from the Latin word “zeno,” meaning “to give,” which later became a personal name in the Italian regions during the medieval period. Another possible origin is the combination of various shorter forms and diminutives in these regions, often used as a familial or affectionate term.

The surname appears in historical records dating back to the 13th century. One of the earliest references can be found in the tax records and land registry documentation of the Republic of Venice during the 1200s. Additionally, the name Zini has been recorded in the archives of Milan and Bologna, indicating the presence of families with this surname in these important medieval centers.

In the 14th century, Giovanni Zini, a notable scholar and clergyman born in 1320, served as a prominent figure in Milan. His contributions to religious and academic life were well-documented, highlighting the early prominence of the Zini surname in scholarly circles.

Moving into the Renaissance era, the Zini name continued to be associated with intellectual and artistic achievements. For instance, Marco Zini, an artist born in 1480, gained recognition for his frescoes and paintings in Venice. His works remain a testament to the Zini family's involvement in the cultural movements of the time.

Gabriella Zini, born in 1602, was another significant figure, known for her writings on natural philosophy and her correspondence with prominent scientists of the era. Her manuscripts, preserved in various Italian libraries, underscore the Zini family's continued engagement with intellectual pursuits.

In the 18th century, Carlo Zini, born in 1745, served as an influential political leader in the Duchy of Parma. His role in the administration and his efforts in various reforms reflect the Zini family's involvement in political spheres.

Another prominent figure is Luigi Zini, born in 1810, who was a noted historian and professor at the University of Bologna. His contributions to Italian historiography and his published works remain influential, exemplifying the Zini family's enduring legacy in academic fields.

Overall, the Zini surname has a rich history intertwined with scholarly, artistic, and political achievements, reflecting the family's prominent status in various Italian regions over several centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Zini

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

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

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