| ![Show Contents]() Ruffani History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
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 Italy The surname Ruffani has at least two possible origins: First, the name Ruffani could have come from the Italian pet name Ruffo, with various suffixes added, such as "-ino," or "-ini." A possible origin of Ruffo is the Germanic name Hrodwulf, meaning "victorious wolf," which was Italianized after one of many barbarian invasions. Second, the name Ruffani could have been derived from the Latin "rufus," meaning "red." If this is the case, the name probably originated as a nickname, perhaps for someone with red hair or a ruddy complexion. Early Origins of the Ruffani familyThe surname Ruffani was first found in southern Italy, particularly on the island of Sicily. The surname Ruffani has at least two possible origins: First, the name Ruffani could have come from the Italian pet name Ruffo, with various suffixes added, such as "-ino," or "-ini." A possible origin of Ruffo is the Germanic name Hrodwulf, meaning "victorious wolf," which was Italianized after one of many barbarian invasions. Second, the name Ruffani could have been derived from the Latin "rufus," meaning "red." If this is the case, the name probably originated as a nickname, perhaps for someone with red hair or a ruddy complexion. Early History of the Ruffani familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Ruffani research. The years 1421, 1765, 1807, 1822 and 1881 are included under the topic Early Ruffani History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Ruffani Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Ruffino, Ruffini, Ruffo, Ruffi and others. Early Notables of the Ruffani familyProminent among bearers of this surname in early times was Ruggero Ruffino, who was senator of the city of Siracusa and counselor of the Baron of Capopassero. Also worth noting are...
Another 30 words (2 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Ruffani Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Migration of the Ruffani familySome of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Gaspian Ruffi, are 23, who came to New Orleans, Louisiana in 1823; Antonino Ruffino, who came to New York city in 1891, aboard the "Palcevera".
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