Explore the Family Name Imperato
The meaning of Imperato
Italian: from the personal name Imperato, from the past participle of imperare ‘to rule, to command’. This surname is also found in southern France. Some characteristic forenames: Italian Ciro, Gaetano, Nino, Rocco. French Jacques, Pierre.
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How common is the last name Imperato in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Imperato experienced a slight decrease in popularity from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, it ranked 26,538, slipping to 27,646 in 2010, marking a 4.18% drop. However, the number of individuals bearing this surname slightly increased from 864 in 2000 to 870 in 2010. Despite this growth, the proportion per 100,000 people decreased by 9.38%, dropping from 0.32 in 2000 to 0.29 in 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #26,538 | #27,646 | -4.18% |
| Count | 864 | 870 | 0.69% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.32 | 0.29 | -9.38% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Imperato
Ethnicity-wise, according to the Decennial U.S. Census data, most people with the surname Imperato identify as White, though there was a minor decrease in this group from 96.3% in 2000 to 92.87% in 2010. The percentage identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander also fell, going from 0.69% to 0.57%. Interestingly, the census reported a notable increase in those identifying as Hispanic, jumping from 2.55% in 2000 to 5.17% in 2010. A new category appeared in 2010, with 1.15% reporting they belong to two or more races. There were no individuals identifying as Black or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 96.3% | 92.87% | -3.56% |
| Hispanic | 2.55% | 5.17% | 102.75% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 1.15% | 0% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0.69% | 0.57% | -17.39% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |