Explore the Family Name Virgilio
The meaning of Virgilio
Italian: from the personal name Virgilio (see Virgil). Compare De Virgilio. Some characteristic forenames: Italian Vito, Angelo, Antonio, Aldino, Carmine, Francesca, Gaetano, Nicola, Nunzio, Pasquale.
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How common is the last name Virgilio in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Virgilio has seen a slight decrease in popularity between 2000 and 2010. The rank of the surname dropped from 19,942 to 20,529, marking a 2.94% decline. However, the actual count of individuals named Virgilio rose by 3.69%, with 1,292 bearers in 2010 compared to 1,246 in 2000. Despite this increase, the proportion per 100,000 people decreased by 4.35%, moving from 0.46 to 0.44.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #19,942 | #20,529 | -2.94% |
| Count | 1,246 | 1,292 | 3.69% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.46 | 0.44 | -4.35% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Virgilio
The census data also sheds light on the ethnic identity associated with the surname Virgilio. The vast majority of bearers identify as White, accounting for 91.01% in 2000 and 88% in 2010. The number identifying as Hispanic saw a significant jump of 49.03%, from 6.18% in 2000 to 9.21% in 2010. Individuals identifying as Black or American Indian and Alaskan Native were not represented in 2000 but made up 1.01% and 0.39% respectively in 2010. Meanwhile, representation within the Asian/Pacific Islander and those identifying with two or more races saw declines by 20.45% and 41.67% respectively. This information is based on the Decennial U.S. Census data.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 91.01% | 88% | -3.31% |
| Hispanic | 6.18% | 9.21% | 49.03% |
| Black | 0% | 1.01% | 0% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0.88% | 0.7% | -20.45% |
| Two or More Races | 1.2% | 0.7% | -41.67% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0.39% | 0% |