Explore the Family Name Longino
The meaning of Longino
Italian: from the personal name Longino, from Latin Longinus, from longus ‘long, tall’. The name is found mainly in northeastern Italy, which was the center of the cult of San Longino, a soldier who, according to legend, was martyred at Cappadocia. Medieval legend also had it that this was the name of the soldier who pierced Christ’s side with a spear at the Crucifixion.
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How common is the last name Longino in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Longino has seen a slight increase in prevalence from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, it was ranked 17,186th in popularity and accounted for 1,520 individuals, or approximately 0.56 per 100,000 people. By 2010, its ranking had improved to 16,385th, with an increased count of 1,757 individuals representing about 0.6 per 100,000 people. This represents a popularity growth of 4.66% and an individual count increase of 15.59%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #17,186 | #16,385 | 4.66% |
| Count | 1,520 | 1,757 | 15.59% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.56 | 0.6 | 7.14% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Longino
Regarding ethnic identity, data from the Decennial U.S. Census shows a diverse range. In 2000, 60.26% of Longinos were White, 32.57% were Black, and 5.07% were Hispanic. A small portion (1.51%) identified as belonging to two or more races. There were no reported instances of Longinos who were Asian/Pacific Islander or American Indian and Alaskan Native. By 2010, there was a significant increase in the Hispanic population to 11.67%, while the White population decreased to 53.33%. The Black population marginally decreased to 32.10%, and those identifying as two or more races increased to 1.71%. Again, no Longinos identified as Asian/Pacific Islander or American Indian and Alaskan Native.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 60.26% | 53.33% | -11.5% |
| Black | 32.57% | 32.1% | -1.44% |
| Hispanic | 5.07% | 11.67% | 130.18% |
| Two or More Races | 1.51% | 1.71% | 13.25% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |