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UK surname

Rizzi

An Italian surname referring to someone with curly hair or derived from a place name.

In the 1881 census there were 14 people recorded with the Rizzi surname, ranking it #31,604 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 117, ranked #28,033, up from #31,604 in 1881.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Denbighshire, Watford and Havant.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Rizzi is 117 in 2011. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 735.7%.

1881 census count

14

Ranked #31,604

Modern count

117

2016, ranked #28,033

Peak year

2011

117 bearers

Map years

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2016 to 2016

Key insights

  • Rizzi had 14 recorded bearers in 1881, making it the #31,604 surname in that year.
  • The latest modern count shown here is 117 in 2016, ranked #28,033.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 45 in 1911.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Diverse Educated Urban Singles.

Rizzi surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Rizzi surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Rizzi 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
1851 historical 4 #32,658
1861 historical 2 #34,135
1881 historical 14 #31,604
1891 historical 19 #32,642
1901 historical 29 #30,848
1911 historical 45 #28,332
1997 modern 81 #29,436
1998 modern 81 #29,849
1999 modern 84 #29,700
2000 modern 88 #29,284
2001 modern 84 #29,508
2002 modern 93 #28,920
2003 modern 99 #27,871
2004 modern 101 #27,813
2005 modern 99 #28,177
2006 modern 98 #28,621
2007 modern 102 #28,351
2008 modern 111 #27,225
2009 modern 104 #28,982
2010 modern 114 #28,017
2011 modern 117 #27,334
2012 modern 108 #28,849
2013 modern 111 #28,856
2014 modern 107 #29,827
2015 modern 110 #29,157
2016 modern 117 #28,033

Geography

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Where Rizzis 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 Denbighshire, Watford, Havant, Bedford and Sevenoaks. 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 Denbighshire 012 Denbighshire
2 Watford 007 Watford
3 Havant 017 Havant
4 Bedford 007 Bedford
5 Sevenoaks 001 Sevenoaks

Forenames

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First names often paired with Rizzi

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

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Rizzi

Modern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Rizzi, 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

Multicultural and Educated Urbanites

Group

Diverse Educated Urban Singles

Nationally, the Rizzi surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Diverse Educated Urban Singles, within Multicultural and Educated Urbanites. This does not mean every Rizzi household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.

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Group profile

This Group includes many never-married individuals not living with dependent children. Many were born in EU countries and are now aged between 25-44. This Group is characterised by its ethnic group diversity, although those identifying as Asian are not well represented. Affiliation with the Christian religion amongst residents is low. Reported disability rates are low. Neighbourhoods include some central locations in London and other major cities. Private renting is the norm, and there is some overcrowding. Many individuals are educated to degree level, and full-time employment is common, particularly in managerial and professional occupations.

Wider pattern

Established populations comprising ethnic minorities together with persons born outside the UK predominate in this Supergroup. Residents present diverse personal characteristics and circumstances: while generally well-educated and practising skilled occupations, some residents live in overcrowded rental sector housing. English may not be the main language used by people in this Group. Although the typical adult resident is middle aged, single person households are common and marriage rates are low by national standards. This Supergroup predominates in Inner London, with smaller enclaves in many other densely populated metropolitan areas.

London neighbourhood type

London Output Area Classification

Supergroup

The Greater London Mix

Group

Social Rented Sector Professional Support Workers

Within London, Rizzi is most associated with areas classed as Social Rented Sector Professional Support Workers, part of The Greater London Mix. 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

Mainly located in Inner London, these neighbourhoods retain a diverse employment structure, with some concentration in associated professional and technical occupations rather than skilled trades or construction. Social renting is more common and levels of homeownership are low. Many residents identify as Black. There is a lower than average rate of marriage or civil partnership, few that are very old (85 or over) and higher than average incidence of disability.

Wider London pattern

A Supergroup embodying London's diversity in many respects, apart from low numbers of residents identifying as of Bangladeshi, Indian, Pakistani or Other (non-Chinese) Asian ethnicity. There is lower than average prevalence of families with dependent children, while there are above average occurrences of never-married individuals and single-person households. The age distribution is skewed towards younger, single residents and couples without children, with many individuals identifying as of mixed or multiple ethnicity. Social rented or private rented housing is slightly more prevalent than average, and many residents live in flats. Individuals typically work in professional and associated roles in public administration, education or health rather than in elementary occupations in agriculture, energy, water, construction or manufacturing. Incidence of students is slightly below average. Individuals declaring no religion are more prevalent than average and non-use of English at home is below average.

Healthy neighbourhoods

Access to healthy assets and hazards

Rizzi 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.

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Lower access Higher access

Neighbourhood deprivation

Index of Multiple Deprivation

Rizzi falls in decile 6 for neighbourhood deprivation. This puts the surname near the middle of the scale.

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

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More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Rizzi is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of 50-60 mbit/s.

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

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Slower band Faster band

Area snapshot

Ethnic group estimate

Most common ethnic group estimate
White - Other

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

Meaning and origin of Rizzi

The surname RIZZI originated in Italy, specifically in the northern regions of Lombardy and Veneto. It is believed to have emerged during the late Middle Ages, around the 13th or 14th century. The name is derived from the Italian word "rizo," which means "curly" or "frizzy," likely referring to someone with curly hair.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name RIZZI can be found in the "Codice Diplomatico Padovano," a collection of diplomatic documents from the city of Padua, dating back to the 13th century. The name is mentioned in a document from 1278, referring to a certain "Rizardus Rizzi."

In the 14th century, the name RIZZI appeared in the "Estimo della città di Venezia," a tax record from the city of Venice. This document lists various individuals with the surname, suggesting that the name had already established itself in the region by that time.

During the Renaissance period, the name RIZZI became associated with several notable figures. One such individual was Pietro Rizzi (1457-1536), a renowned architect and engineer who worked on various projects in Venice, including the construction of the Rialto Bridge.

Another prominent figure with the surname RIZZI was Girolamo Rizzi (1520-1589), a Venetian philosopher and humanist. He was known for his translations of ancient Greek texts and his contributions to the field of philosophy during the Renaissance.

In the 17th century, the name RIZZI gained further recognition with the birth of Francesco Rizzi (1613-1686), an Italian painter from the Baroque period. His works can be found in various churches and galleries throughout Italy, particularly in Venice and Rome.

Moving forward to the 18th century, we find the name RIZZI associated with Cesare Rizzi (1736-1810), an Italian architect and engineer who designed several notable buildings in Venice, including the Palazzo Grassi and the Church of San Giobbe.

In the 19th century, the surname RIZZI was carried by Antonio Rizzi (1818-1892), an Italian politician and lawyer who served as a deputy in the Parliament of the Kingdom of Italy during the late 19th century.

These are just a few examples of individuals with the surname RIZZI who have left their mark on history, demonstrating the rich heritage and widespread presence of this Italian name across various fields and eras.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

1881 census detail

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Rizzi families in the 1881 census

These tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Rizzi 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. Middlesex leads with 9 Rizzis recorded in 1881 and an index of 6.60x.

County Total Index
Middlesex 9 6.60x
Northumberland 3 14.78x
Lancashire 1 0.62x
Midlothian 1 5.47x

Top districts and towns

Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Saffron Hill London in Middlesex leads with 7 Rizzis recorded in 1881 and an index of 23333.33x.

Place Total Index
Saffron Hill London 7 23333.33x
Jesmond 3 1034.48x
Westminster St James 2 142.86x
Broughton In Salford 1 67.57x
Leith North 1 2500.00x

Top female names

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

Name Count
Angelina 1
Fanny 1
Josephina 1
Lucy 1
Mary 1
Teresa 1

Top male names

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

Name Count
Angelo 2
Charles 1
Francis 1
John 1
Lucian 1
William 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 Rizzi households.

FAQ

Rizzi surname: questions and answers

How common was the Rizzi surname in 1881?

In 1881, 14 people were recorded with the Rizzi surname. That placed it at #31,604 in the surname rankings for that year.

How common is the Rizzi surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 117 in 2016. That gives Rizzi a modern rank of #28,033.

What does the Rizzi surname mean?

An Italian surname referring to someone with curly hair or derived from a place name.

What does the Rizzi map show?

The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Rizzi 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.