Explore the Family Name Nespoli
The meaning of Nespoli
Italian: from Italian nespolo, Sicilian nespulu ‘medlar tree’ (from Latin mespilus), applied as a topographic name, and possibly also as an occupational name for someone who sold the fruit. Some characteristic forenames: Italian Leonardo, Livio, Sal, Salvatore.
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How common is the last name Nespoli in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Nespoli saw a slight decrease in prevalence from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, it was ranked as the 74,957th most popular surname, with approximately 240 individuals carrying this name. However, by 2010, its rank dropped to 82,317 and the count fell to 229, marking a 4.58% decrease. The proportion per 100k also decreased by 11.11%, moving from 0.09 in 2000 to 0.08 in 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #74,957 | #82,317 | -9.82% |
| Count | 240 | 229 | -4.58% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.09 | 0.08 | -11.11% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Nespoli
The ethnic identity associated with the Nespoli surname largely remained consistent between 2000 and 2010 according to the Decennial U.S. Census data. The majority of individuals with this surname identified as White, accounting for 96.25% in 2000 and 93.45% in 2010, showing a minor decline of 2.91%. There was a noticeable increase in those identifying as Hispanic, rising from 3.75% in 2000 to 5.68% in 2010 - a growth of 51.47%. No individuals with this surname were recorded as identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native during these years.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 96.25% | 93.45% | -2.91% |
| Hispanic | 3.75% | 5.68% | 51.47% |
| 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% |