Bertolini History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Early Origins of the Bertolini family

The surname Bertolini was first found in the city of Ferrara, where Giacomo Bertazzi was assistant to Pope Sergio II in 845. Francesco Bertazzi, was head of the Venetian Republic in the year 1007; Enrico Bertoli in Mazzara, elected Cardinal by Pope Pasquale II in 1110; the Bertone family of Chieri owned vast lands and belonged to the most ancient and most prestigious nobility; Bellincione Berti, born in 1220 in Florence, was talked about twice by Dante in the Paradiso as being a noble citizen.

Today it is difficult to imagine the movement of people throughout Europe. London was often the epicenter of culture. Francesca Bertolli "arrived in England about the end of September 1729 and was a splendid contralto, and 'also a very genteel actress, both in men and women's parts.' She was one of the new company with which Handel opened the season of 1729-1730, and appeared in 'Lotario' and the revival of 'Tolomeo,' and in 'Partenope,' Feb. 24, 1730." 1

Early History of the Bertolini family

This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Bertolini research. The years 1450, 1544, 1574, 1600, 1602, 1640, 1643, 1690, 1696, 1721, 1725, 1727, 1750, 1756, 1766, 1772, 1776, 1777, 1798, 1810, 1814, 1820, 1821, 1830 and 1854 are included under the topic Early Bertolini History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.

Bertolini Spelling Variations

In comparison with other European surnames, Italian surnames have a surprising number of forms. They reflect the regional variations and the many dialects of the Italian language, each with its own distinctive features. For example, in Northern Italy the typical Italian surname suffix is "i", whereas in Southern Italy it is "o". Additionally, spelling changes frequently occurred because medieval scribes and church officials often spelled names as they sounded rather than according to any specific spelling rules. The spelling variations in the name Bertolini include Berti, Berto, Bert, Berta, De Berti, De Berto, Di Berto, Bertelli, Bertello, Bertella, Bertini, Bertino, Bertinetti, Bertinetto, Bertucci, Berteri, Bertieri, Bertera and many more.

Early Notables of the Bertolini family

Prominent among members of the family was Simone di Bartolomeo Berti was a Florentine monk in 1450; Giacomo Bertacchi was mayor of Sassuolo in 1602; another Giacomo Bertacchini was mayor of Savignano in 1690; Jacopo Bertoia, also known as Giacomo Zanguidi or Jacopo Zanguidi or Bertoja, (1544-ca.1574), was an Italian painter; Alessandro Pompeo Berti was a philosopher, theologian, and monk in Lucca in 1690; Giorgio Pietro Berti was a composer, organ player, and singer in Venice in the 17th century; Mauro Berti was a famous painter and architect in...
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Bertolini migration to the United States +

A look at the immigration and passenger lists has shown a number of people bearing the name Bertolini:

Bertolini Settlers in United States in the 20th Century

Angela Bertolini, aged 25, who settled in America from Sondria, Italy, in 1909
Angelo Bertolini, aged 27, who landed in America from Berbano Landrio, Italy, in 1909
Angela Bertolini, aged 20, who landed in America from Bertiolo, Italy, in 1910
Alessandro Bertolini, aged 37, who settled in America from Berbermo, Italy, in 1910
Alfredo Bertolini, aged 6, who landed in America from Fivizzano, Italy, in 1913
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Contemporary Notables of the name Bertolini (post 1700) +

Mark T. Bertolini (b. 1957), American businessman, CEO of Aetna, an American managed health care company
Pietro Bertolini (1859-1920), Italian statesman
Christopher Bertolini, Italian film writer and producer, best known for the 1999 film, The General's Daughter
Luigi Bertolini (1904-1977), Italian football midfielder
Alessandro Bertolini (b. 1971), Italian professional road racing cyclist
Andrea Bertolini (b. 1973), Italian race car driver
Massimo Bertolini (b. 1974), retired Italian professional tennis player
Jack Bertolini (1934-2021), Scottish professional footballer who played as a wing half

Citations +

Grove, Sir George, A Dictionary of Music and Musicians (AD. 1450-1889) London: Macmillan1902, Print, 2 Vols