Explore the Family Name Scipio
The meaning of Scipio
Italian (Sicily): from the Latin personal name Scipio, originally a nickname meaning ‘stick, sceptre’.
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How common is the last name Scipio in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Scipio has seen a significant increase in popularity from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, Scipio was ranked 26,829th most popular surname, but by 2010 it had risen to the 25,272nd position, marking a 5.8% improvement in rank. The number of individuals bearing this surname also grew by 15.02% during this period, increasing from 852 to 980. Notably, the proportion of people named Scipio per 100,000 residents slightly increased from 0.32 to 0.33.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #26,829 | #25,272 | 5.8% |
| Count | 852 | 980 | 15.02% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.32 | 0.33 | 3.13% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Scipio
The ethnic identity associated with the Scipio surname also evolved between 2000 and 2010 according to the Decennial U.S. Census. The most notable changes were among those identifying as Hispanic and with two or more races. Individuals of Hispanic ethnicity with the Scipio surname nearly doubled, showing a remarkable 95.74% increase, while those reporting two or more races saw a 20.6% rise. However, there was a 14.27% decrease in the number of White individuals with this name, and a minor decline (0.76%) among Black individuals. There were no Asian/Pacific Islander or American Indian/Alaskan Native Scipios reported in either year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 85.45% | 84.8% | -0.76% |
| White | 8.69% | 7.45% | -14.27% |
| Two or More Races | 3.64% | 4.39% | 20.6% |
| Hispanic | 1.41% | 2.76% | 95.74% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |