Cusumano History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe surname Cusumano 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 Cusumano familyThe surname Cusumano 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 Cusumano familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Cusumano research. Another 131 words (9 lines of text) covering the years 1308 and 1310 are included under the topic Early Cusumano History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Cusumano 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 Cusumano familyMore information is included under the topic Early Cusumano Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Cusumano RankingIn the United States, the name Cusumano is the 17,396th most popular surname with an estimated 2,487 people with that name. [1]
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Cusumano Settlers in United States in the 20th Century
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