Explore the Family Name Buzzeo
The meaning of Buzzeo
Italian: probably a cognate of Buzzo (see Buzzi). This surname is rare in Italy. Some characteristic forenames: Italian Pasquale, Angelo, Clementina, Domenico, Gianni.
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How common is the last name Buzzeo in the United States?
According to the Decennial U.S. Census, the popularity of the surname Buzzeo saw an increase between the years 2000 and 2010. In 2000, Buzzeo was ranked as the 62,775th most popular surname in the United States with 298 individuals carrying the name. By 2010, the surname had risen to the 56,588th position with 361 bearers, marking a percentage increase of 9.86 in rank and 21.14 in count. The proportion per 100,000 people also slightly increased from 0.11 to 0.12.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #62,775 | #56,588 | 9.86% |
| Count | 298 | 361 | 21.14% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.11 | 0.12 | 9.09% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Buzzeo
The Census data also reveals shifts in the ethnic identity associated with the Buzzeo surname during the same decade. In 2000, nearly 97 percent of those with the Buzzeo name identified as White, decreasing slightly to 95.84 percent in 2010. Hispanic representation among Buzzeos increased from 2.68 percent to 4.16 percent, a change of over 55 percent. No Buzzeos identified as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, American Indian or Alaskan Native, or as having two or more races in either year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 96.98% | 95.84% | -1.18% |
| Hispanic | 2.68% | 4.16% | 55.22% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |