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

Zuccarello, 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 Zuccarello surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Zuccarello in America

Zuccarello is the 62714th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Zuccarello surname appeared 319 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 Zuccarello.

We can also compare 2010 data for Zuccarello 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 Zuccarello

The surname Zuccarello originates from Italy, specifically the region of Liguria in northwestern Italy. The name is derived from the Italian word "zucca," which means "squash" or "pumpkin." The suffix "rello" is a diminutive form, indicating "little squash" or "small pumpkin."

Historically, the surname is associated with the small medieval village of Zuccarello in the province of Savona, Liguria. This village was established in the late 13th century and provides a geographical reference for the name. The spelling and pronunciation have remained relatively stable over time, reflecting its deep-rooted local origin.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name appears in documents from the 14th century. For example, a certain Giovanni Zuccarello was mentioned in land records in 1376 in the region around Savona. This indicates the presence and establishment of families bearing this surname during the medieval period.

Noteworthy historical figures with this surname include Biagio Zuccarello, a prominent 16th-century Ligurian merchant who played a significant role in the regional trade during the late Renaissance. Another notable individual is Giulia Zuccarello, born in 1795, who was known for her philanthropic activities in the Genoa area.

In the 19th century, Filippo Zuccarello, born in 1832, was a well-known politician and lawyer in Liguria. He contributed to local governance and was involved in the political restructuring post the unification of Italy. His efforts in legal reforms were well-documented in regional histories.

During World War II, Maria Zuccarello, born in 1918, was a brave resistance fighter in the Italian partisan movement. She worked towards liberating the region from Fascist control and was highly respected for her courage and leadership.

Lastly, Pietro Zuccarello, born in 1851, was an artist whose works gained recognition in various Italian art exhibitions. His paintings often depicted scenes from Ligurian landscapes and rural life, capturing the essence of his cultural heritage.

The surname Zuccarello holds a rich historical significance linked to the Ligurian region, with connections to various noteworthy individuals who have carried the name across centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Zuccarello

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

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

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