2000
#75,466
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 238
First available Census row
Per 100,000 0.09
Very Rare Last name
Sodini
An Italian surname derived from the name of an Italian town.
According to the 2020 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 299 Americans carry the last name Sodini. That puts it at #78,873 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.09 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 1,146,336 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Sodini surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, a multi-census history view, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
299
1 in 1,146,336
Census rank
#78,873
2020 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.1
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
261
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 261 bearers of the surname Sodini in its 2020 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.09 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 78873rd position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Sodini, the largest self-reported group is White at 87.0%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (10.3%) and Two or More Races (2.3%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Sodini
The surname Sodini originated in Italy, with its earliest known roots dating back to the 13th century. It is believed to be derived from the Italian word "sodino," which means "a small sod or patch of grass." This suggests that the name may have been initially associated with individuals who worked as gardeners, landscapers, or lived in areas surrounded by lush greenery.
One of the earliest recorded mentions of the Sodini name can be found in the historic documents of the city of Siena, Italy, where a family bearing this surname was documented as early as the mid-1300s. The Sodini family held a prominent position in Siena during the Renaissance period, with several members serving in important roles within the city's government and cultural institutions.
In the 15th century, a notable figure named Giovanni Sodini (1435-1516) emerged as a renowned architect and sculptor in Florence. His works, including the Cappella di San Sebastiano in the Basilica della Santissima Annunziata, showcased his exceptional talent and contributed significantly to the artistic legacy of the Italian Renaissance.
Another prominent individual with the Sodini surname was Tommaso Sodini (1620-1692), a Jesuit scholar and theologian from Siena. He authored several influential works on theology and philosophy, solidifying his reputation as a respected intellectual of his time.
In the 18th century, the Sodini family expanded its presence beyond Italy, with members migrating to other parts of Europe and the Americas. One such individual was Antonio Sodini (1758-1834), a merchant and explorer who traveled extensively throughout the Caribbean and South America, documenting his experiences and observations.
The Sodini name also gained recognition in the realm of literature, with the Italian author and poet Gabriele Sodini (1848-1912) leaving a lasting mark on the cultural landscape of his era. His poetic works, often exploring themes of nature and human emotions, earned him critical acclaim and a dedicated following.
Throughout its history, the Sodini surname has been associated with various professions, including architecture, art, theology, commerce, and literature, reflecting the diverse talents and contributions of those who bore this name. While its origins may be rooted in humble beginnings, the Sodini surname has endured and evolved, leaving a lasting impact across multiple disciplines and regions.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Sodini
Among Census respondents with the surname Sodini, the largest self-reported group is White at 87.0%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (10.3%) and Two or More Races (2.3%).
The bar chart below shows how Sodini bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2020 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Percentages are shown for every Census year so the breakdown stays comparable over time. When the source file also includes raw headcounts, Name Census shows those alongside the percentages in the legend.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Sodini surname at the time of the 2020 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White87.0% · 227
- Hispanic or Latino10.3% · 27
- Two or more races2.3% · 6
- American Indian and Alaska Native0.4% · 1
Timeline
Historical Census data for Sodini
Sodini appears in 3 published Census surname files: 2000, 2010, 2020. The cards below show how the name's rank and bearer count changed across each release.
2010
#75,069
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 257
+19 bearers (+8.0%)
Per 100,000 0.09
Rank movement Up 397 places
2020
#78,873
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 261
+4 bearers (+1.6%)
Per 100,000 0.09
Rank movement Down 3,804 places
| Year | Rank | Count | Per 100K | Count change | Rank change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | #75,466 | 238 | 0.09 | First available Census row | First available Census row |
| 2010 | #75,069 | 257 | 0.09 | +19 bearers (+8.0%) | Up 397 places |
| 2020 | #78,873 | 261 | 0.09 | +4 bearers (+1.6%) | Down 3,804 places |
For 2020, the Census Bureau published race and Hispanic-origin columns as counts rather than percentages. Name Census converts those counts back into shares so the ancestry section stays comparable with the older surname files.
Year on year
2010 vs 2020 Census
How has the Sodini surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
20102020
| Metric | 2010 | 2020 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #75,069 | #78,873 | -5.1% |
| Count | 257 | 261 | 1.6% |
| Per 100K | 0.09 | 0.09 | -3.0% |
Between the 2010 and 2020 Census, the number of Sodini bearers went from 257 to 261 (+1.6% change). The surname moved down 3,804 positions in the national ranking, going from #75,069 to #78,873.
FAQ
Sodini surname: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. have the surname Sodini?
Name Census estimates that about 299 living Americans carry the surname Sodini. Using the current population baseline, that works out to roughly 1 in 1,146,336 residents.
How common is Sodini?
Sodini ranks #78,873 in the 2020 Census surname tables and is classified on this site as "Very Rare." The Census recorded the name at a frequency of 0.09 per 100,000 residents, which is about 0 people out of every 100,000.
How many people with this surname were counted in the Census?
The raw 2020 Census file counted 261 people with the surname Sodini. That is different from the site's living-bearer estimate (299), which projects the surname's present-day count by applying the Census frequency rate to the current U.S. population.
What does 0.09 per 100,000 actually mean?
It is the Census Bureau's normalized frequency measure. A rate of 0.09 per 100,000 means that if you picked a random group of 100,000 U.S. residents, you would expect about 0 of them to have the surname Sodini.
Has Sodini become more or less common over time?
Between 2010 and 2020, the surname Sodini went from 257 recorded bearers to 261. That is an increase of 4 (+1.6%). In the national ranking it fell from #75,069 to #78,873.
What does the Census say about the background of Sodini?
Among Census respondents with the surname Sodini, the largest self-reported group is White at 87.0%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (10.3%) and Two or More Races (2.3%). These figures come from the 2020 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Which group reports this surname most often?
White is the largest self-reported group for the surname Sodini in the 2020 Census, accounting for 87.0% (227 people in the source table).
What is the full ancestry breakdown?
Sodini appears across multiple self-reported groups in the Census data. The largest shares in the 2020 file are White (87.0%), Hispanic (10.3%), Two or More Races (2.3%). For 2020, the source file also published raw headcounts for each group, which is why this page can show both percentages and counts in the ancestry section.
Is this page using the latest Census data?
Yes. This page is using the latest surname file currently loaded on Name Census, which is 2020. The historical section above also keeps any older Census surname entries we have for Sodini (2000, 2010, 2020).
Does the Census include every surname?
No. The Census Bureau only publishes surnames that appeared at least 100 times in a given decennial Census. That means very rare surnames are excluded entirely, and a surname can appear in one Census release but disappear from a later one if it falls below the reporting threshold.
Why don't the ancestry percentages always add up to exactly 100%?
There are two main reasons: rounding and suppression. The Census Bureau rounds published values, and it may suppress very small cells to protect privacy. For 2020, the Bureau also published raw group counts rather than direct percentages, so Name Census converts those counts back into shares for comparability across census years.
What does Sodini mean?
An Italian surname derived from the name of an Italian town. The fuller origin note on this page goes into more detail.
Where does the surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These files list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2020 Census, along with a count, a per-100,000 rate, and a self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.
How does Name Census estimate living bearers?
For surnames, Name Census does not age cohorts the way it does for first names. Instead, it takes the Census Bureau's published frequency for Sodini (0.09 per 100,000) and applies that rate to the current U.S. resident population to estimate how many living Americans have the surname today.
How many Americans have the surname Sodini?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.