Explore the Family Name Magnifico
The meaning of Magnifico
Italian (Sicily): nickname from magnifico ‘magnificent’, used as a respectful term of address for a senior administrator, dean, etc., and also bestowed as an omen or well-wishing name. Some characteristic forenames: Italian Orlando, Fiorino, Giuseppe, Adolfo.
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How common is the last name Magnifico in the United States?
According to the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Magnifico saw a slight decline in popularity between 2000 and 2010, with its rank falling from 56,979 to 58,182, a change of -2.11%. However, the count of individuals carrying this surname rose from 335 in 2000 to 349 in 2010, marking a 4.18% increase. The proportion of people named Magnifico per 100,000 remained consistent at 0.12 over the decade.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #56,979 | #58,182 | -2.11% |
| Count | 335 | 349 | 4.18% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.12 | 0.12 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Magnifico
In terms of ethnicity, the Decennial U.S. Census shows that the majority of individuals with the surname Magnifico identified as White, although this percentage decreased slightly from 97.01% in 2000 to 93.41% in 2010. The Hispanic representation among those with this surname experienced the most significant growth, increasing by 53.69% to make up 2.29% of the Magnificos in 2010. The same year also saw new ethnic identities appear in the count, as 2.29% of individuals identified as Asian/Pacific Islander and 1.43% stated they were of two or more races. No data was recorded for Black individuals or those identifying as American Indian and Alaskan Native.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 97.01% | 93.41% | -3.71% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 2.29% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 1.49% | 2.29% | 53.69% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 1.43% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |