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Federico

An Italian patronymic surname derived from the given name Federico, meaning "peaceful ruler."

In the 1881 census there were 1 people recorded with the Federico surname, ranking it #34,027 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 153, ranked #23,408, up from #34,027 in 1881.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Runnymede, Redbridge and Merthyr Tydfil.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Federico is 153 in 2016. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 15200.0%.

1881 census count

1

Ranked #34,027

Modern count

153

2016, ranked #23,408

Peak year

2016

153 bearers

Map years

3

1998 to 2016

Key insights

  • Federico had 1 recorded bearers in 1881, making it the #34,027 surname in that year.
  • The latest modern count shown here is 153 in 2016, ranked #23,408.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 5 in 1901.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Established Multi-Ethnic Communities.

Federico surname distribution map

The map shows where the Federico surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.

Distribution map

Federico surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Federico over time

The table below tracks recorded surname counts and rank from the 19th-century census years through the modern adult-register period.

Year Period Count Rank
1881 historical 1 #34,027
1891 historical 1 #34,674
1901 historical 5 #33,728
1911 historical 3 #33,789
1997 modern 113 #25,106
1998 modern 121 #24,677
1999 modern 129 #23,907
2000 modern 140 #22,752
2001 modern 137 #22,740
2002 modern 145 #22,392
2003 modern 136 #23,045
2004 modern 128 #24,117
2005 modern 131 #23,737
2006 modern 124 #24,750
2007 modern 126 #24,860
2008 modern 135 #24,123
2009 modern 145 #23,473
2010 modern 143 #24,247
2011 modern 145 #23,837
2012 modern 134 #25,059
2013 modern 147 #23,977
2014 modern 152 #23,631
2015 modern 151 #23,613
2016 modern 153 #23,408

Geography

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Where Federicos are most common

Historical parish links are strongest around No data. These are the places where the surname stands out most clearly in the older records.

The modern local-area list points to Runnymede, Redbridge, Merthyr Tydfil, Watford and Woking. Treat these as concentration signals, not proof that every family line began there.

Some modern areas include a three-digit suffix, such as Leeds 110. The suffix is a small-area code, so it stays in the table while the prose uses the plain place name.

Top historical parishes

Rank Parish Area
1 No data No data

Top modern areas

Rank Area District
1 Runnymede 010 Runnymede
2 Redbridge 009 Redbridge
3 Merthyr Tydfil 006 Merthyr Tydfil
4 Watford 010 Watford
5 Woking 001 Woking

Forenames

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First names often paired with Federico

These lists show first names that appear often with the Federico surname in historical and recent records.

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Federico

Modern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Federico, this points to the kinds of places where the surname is most concentrated today.

These neighbourhood labels describe areas, not individual people. They are useful because surnames often cluster through family history, migration, housing patterns and local work. A surname can be strongest in one type of neighbourhood even when people with that name live across the country.

The UK classification gives the national picture. The London classification is more specific to the capital, where housing, age profile, tenure and population mix can look quite different from the rest of the UK.

UK neighbourhood type

UK Output Area Classification

Supergroup

Low-Skilled Migrant and Student Communities

Group

Established Multi-Ethnic Communities

Nationally, the Federico surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Established Multi-Ethnic Communities, within Low-Skilled Migrant and Student Communities. This does not mean every Federico household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.

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Group profile

Parents and young children in this Group are drawn from diverse ethnic backgrounds in broadly similar proportions. Employment is typically in elementary occupations, though workers in professional, intermediate or skilled trades occupations are also present. The residential landscape is dominated by terraced housing, although semi-detached houses and flats are also present. This Group is found in London and in many provincial towns and cities throughout the U.K.

Wider pattern

Young adults, many of whom are students, predominate in these high-density and overcrowded neighbourhoods of rented terrace houses or flats. Most ethnic minorities are present in these communities, as are people born in European countries that are not part of the EU. Students aside, low skilled occupations predominate, and unemployment rates are above average. Overall, the mix of students and more sedentary households means that neighbourhood average numbers of children are not very high. The Mixed or Multiple ethnic group composition of neighbourhoods is often associated with low rates of affiliation to Christian religions. This Supergroup predominates in non-central urban locations the UK, particularly within England in the Midlands and the outskirts of west, south and north-east London.

London neighbourhood type

London Output Area Classification

Supergroup

Older Residents in Owner-Occupied Suburbs

Group

London Fringe

Within London, Federico is most associated with areas classed as London Fringe, part of Older Residents in Owner-Occupied Suburbs. This gives the surname a London-specific profile rather than forcing the capital into the same pattern as the rest of the country.

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Group profile

Predominantly located in neighbourhoods on the outskirts of Greater London, residents of these neighbourhoods typically have their highest qualifications below degree (Level 4) level, with those still in work engaged in skilled trades and occupations in distribution, hotels and restaurants. There is low ethnic diversity in these neighbourhoods and high levels of Christian religious affiliation. Detached or terraced houses predominate, often with spare rooms.

Wider London pattern

The age distribution of these neighbourhoods is skewed towards the middle-aged and old, although few residents live alone or in communal establishments and numbers of dependent children are around average. Owner occupation is the norm, as is residence in detached or semi-detached houses. Residential densities are low and many households have spare rooms. Most residents were born in the UK and, aside from some identifying as members of Chinese or Indian ethnicities, identify as White. Mixed ethnicity households are rare. Incidence of married couples is higher than average and few individuals have never been married. A large proportion of individuals still in employment work in administrative and secretarial occupations, or in the construction industry. Few residents are students, and many households own more than one car.

Healthy neighbourhoods

Access to healthy assets and hazards

Federico is most concentrated in decile 10 for access to healthy assets and hazards. This places the surname towards the healthier end of the index.

Lower deciles point towards weaker access to healthy assets or stronger exposure to local hazards. Higher deciles point towards stronger access and fewer hazards.

10
Lower access Higher access

Neighbourhood deprivation

Index of Multiple Deprivation

Federico falls in decile 3 for neighbourhood deprivation. This puts the surname towards the more deprived end of the index.

Decile 1 represents the more deprived end of the scale. Decile 10 represents the less deprived end.

3
More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Federico is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of 60-70 mbit/s.

The scale below places that band in context, from slower local download bands through to faster ones.

9
Slower band Faster band

Area snapshot

Ethnic group estimate

Most common ethnic group estimate
White - Other

This describes the area pattern most associated with Federico, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.

Meaning and origin of Federico

The surname FEDERICO is of Italian origin, derived from the medieval Italian given name Federico, which itself is derived from the Germanic name Fridurīk, composed of the elements frid (meaning "peace") and rīk (meaning "ruler" or "powerful"). The name can be traced back to the 8th century and is believed to have been introduced to Italy by the Lombards, a Germanic tribe that ruled parts of the Italian peninsula from the 6th to the 8th centuries.

The earliest recorded instances of the FEDERICO surname can be found in historical documents and records from various regions of Italy, such as Tuscany, Umbria, and Lazio. One notable example is the mention of a Frederico di Guglielmo in a document from the city of Perugia, dated 1273. The name also appears in the Montefeltre Chronicle, a historical text from the 14th century that records the deeds of the Montefeltro family, rulers of the Duchy of Urbino.

Over the centuries, the FEDERICO surname has been associated with several notable individuals, including Federico da Montefeltro (1422-1482), an Italian condottiero (mercenary leader) and Duke of Urbino, renowned for his military prowess and patronage of the arts. Another prominent figure was Federico Borromeo (1564-1631), a Roman Catholic cardinal and Archbishop of Milan, who was renowned for his piety, intellectual pursuits, and charitable works.

In the artistic realm, the name FEDERICO is linked to the Italian painter Federico Barocci (1535-1612), known for his vibrant and emotionally charged religious works, as well as the sculptor Federico Brentel (1580-1651), who created intricate wooden sculptures for churches and palaces throughout Italy.

During the Renaissance period, the FEDERICO surname was also associated with the influential Florentine family of the Federighi, who played a significant role in the political and cultural life of the city. One notable member was Federigo Federighi (1420-1487), a prominent banker, diplomat, and patron of the arts.

As the FEDERICO surname spread beyond Italy, it also gained recognition in other parts of Europe and the Americas. For instance, Federico García Lorca (1898-1936) was a renowned Spanish poet and playwright, celebrated for his works that explored themes of passion, death, and the enduring spirit of his native Andalusia.

Throughout its history, the surname FEDERICO has maintained a strong connection to its Italian roots, reflecting the rich cultural heritage and historical significance of this name in various spheres of human endeavor.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

1881 census detail

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Federico families in the 1881 census

These tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Federico surname. Use the location tables for concentration, then the name and occupation tables for the people behind the surname.

Top counties

Total is the county count. Frequency and index adjust for local population size, so they are better concentration signals. Cornwall leads with 1 Federicos recorded in 1881 and an index of 91.74x.

County Total Index
Cornwall 1 91.74x

Top districts and towns

Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Falmouth in Cornwall leads with 1 Federicos recorded in 1881 and an index of 2500.00x.

Place Total Index
Falmouth 1 2500.00x

Top male names

These are the male first names most often recorded with the Federico surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.

Name Count
Marag 1

Top occupations

Occupational titles are kept as recorded and later transcribed, so related jobs, spelling variants and mistakes stay separate. Scholar was the census term for a child in education. That means the other rows often tell you more about adult work in Federico households.

Occupation Count
O S (MS) 1

FAQ

Federico surname: questions and answers

How common was the Federico surname in 1881?

In 1881, 1 people were recorded with the Federico surname. That placed it at #34,027 in the surname rankings for that year.

How common is the Federico surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 153 in 2016. That gives Federico a modern rank of #23,408.

What does the Federico surname mean?

An Italian patronymic surname derived from the given name Federico, meaning "peaceful ruler."

What does the Federico map show?

The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Federico bearers relative to the surrounding population.

What records is this surname page based on?

The historical counts come from census surname records. The modern counts and neighbourhood summaries come from later surname distribution records. Counts are recorded bearers in those records, not a live estimate of everyone with the name today.