Cusimano History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe surname Cusimano was a patronymic created from the given name Cosma, which is derived from the Latin word "cosmas," which means "harmony." The Patronymic was the most common type of family name found in the region of Venice. Early Origins of the Cusimano familyThe surname Cusimano was first found in Venice (Italian: Venezia), and seaport occupying one of the most remarkable sites of the world. Centralizing on the Grand Canal the history of the city can be traced through the different styles of architecture Byzantine, Gothic, early Renaissance and late Renaissance. It is rich in ancient palaces, churches, libraries, galleries, monuments, statues, treasures and artifacts. Its history is abundant in politics, art, religion, scholarship and conflict. The ducal palace was commenced in 1309. 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, at the beginning of recorded history, was of itself a great distinction and indicative of noble ancestry. Early History of the Cusimano familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Cusimano research. Another 131 words (9 lines of text) covering the years 1308 and 1310 are included under the topic Early Cusimano History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Cusimano Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Cosmano, Cosmani, Cosmelli, Cosimi, Cusma, Cosma, Cusmano, Cosmanus, Gusmani, Gusmin, Gosmin, Cusumano, Cocimano, Cusmano and many more. Early Notables of the Cusimano familyMore information is included under the topic Early Cusimano Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Cusimano Settlers in United States in the 20th Century
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