Show ContentsPizzuto History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

The Pizzuto surname comes from the Spanish word "pizarra," which means "slate;" as such, it was likely originally name used by someone who lived near a slate quarry, or an occupational name for someone who worked in one.

Early Origins of the Pizzuto family

The surname Pizzuto was first found in Asturias, an important Christian kingdom of medieval Spain.

Early History of the Pizzuto family

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Pizzuto Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Pizarro, Pizarra, Pizarrón, Picarra, Pizon and many more.

Early Notables of the Pizzuto family

Notable bearers of the family name Pizzuto Francisco Pizarro (c.1471-1541), was the Spanish conquistador, best known for conquering Peru's Inca Empire and founding the city of Lima in 1535. His half-brother, Gonzalo Pizarro (c.1502-1548)...
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United States Pizzuto migration to the United States +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Pizzuto Settlers in United States in the 20th Century
  • Antonia Pizzuto, aged 31, who settled in America from Mazzara, Italy, in 1909
  • Amattia Pizzuto, aged 21, who landed in America from Sambuca, Sicily, in 1910
  • Angela Pizzuto, aged 28, who landed in America from Leanforte, Italy, in 1910
  • Angelo Pizzuto, aged 8, who landed in America from Leonforte, Italy, in 1910
  • Angelo Pizzuto, aged 18, who immigrated to the United States from Amantea, Italy, in 1911
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