Explore the Family Name Romanello

The meaning of Romanello

Italian: from a pet form of the personal name Romano. Some characteristic forenames: Italian Angelo, Carmine, Vincenzo, Antonio, Domenic, Gennaro, Pasquale, Salvatore, Santo, Silvio, Tosca.

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How common is the last name Romanello in the United States?

Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Romanello has seen an increase in popularity between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, Romanello was ranked 31,301 in terms of popularity, but by 2010 it had climbed to the 30,701 position, indicating a 1.92% change in ranking. The count of individuals with this surname also rose during this decade, from 700 to 759, marking an 8.43% increase. However, the proportion per 100k remained stagnant at 0.26.

20002010Change
Rank#31,301#30,7011.92%
Count7007598.43%
Proportion per 100k0.260.260%

Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Romanello

Regarding ethnicity, the Decennial U.S. Census data shows that the majority of individuals bearing the Romanello surname identify as White. This group, however, saw a slight decrease from 94.57% in 2000 to 92.23% in 2010. On the other hand, those identifying as Hispanic showed a significant increase, from 3.71% in 2000 to 6.06% in 2010, highlighting a major 63.34% change. A minimal rise was also noted amongst those claiming two or more races, from 1.00% to 1.05%. There were no recorded instances of individuals of Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, American Indian, or Alaskan Native ethnic identity with the Romanello surname.

20002010Change
White94.57%92.23%-2.47%
Hispanic3.71%6.06%63.34%
Two or More Races1%1.05%5%
Asian/Pacific Islander0%0%0%
Black0%0%0%
American Indian and Alaskan Native0%0%0%