Prospero History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe Prospero surname comes from the personal name Prospero, from the Latin word "prosperus," meaning "prosperous," or "fortunate." Early Origins of the Prospero familyThe surname Prospero was first found in Ferrara, a city and comune in Emilia-Romagna, northern Italy, capital city of the Province of Ferrara. History dates the city back to 753. It was at war with Venice in 1471. It is a walled city and notable is the Church of S.Cristoforo. Knitted goods and shawls are made. In those ancient times only persons of rank, the podesta, clergy, city officials, army officers, artists, landowners were entered into the records. To be recorded at this time was in itself a family honor. Early History of the Prospero familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Prospero research. Another 160 words (11 lines of text) covering the years 1395, 1494, 1574, 1607, 1633 and 1778 are included under the topic Early Prospero History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Prospero Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Prosperi, Prosperini, Prospero, Prosperina, Prosperino, Prospera and many more. Early Notables of the Prospero familyMore information is included under the topic Early Prospero Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Prospero Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
Prospero Settlers in United States in the 20th Century
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