Camerata History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Italy

Etymology of Camerata

What does the name Camerata mean?

The Camerata surname is thought to be of local in origin; that is, a surname derived a pre-existing place name, the Italian town of Camerata. Alternatively, some instances of the surname may have evolved from a nickname derived from the Italian word "camerata," meaning "comrade."

Early Origins of the Camerata family

The surname Camerata was first found in the city of Cammarata in the province of Agrigento, Sicily. The city name dates back to the Norman invasion of Sicily. Early instances of the name include Gian Francesco Camerata was a commander in Sutera in 1438. One noble line were the Camerata di Palermo (Sicily).

Early History of the Camerata family

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Camerata Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Camarat, Cammarat, Camerata, Cammerata, Cammarata and many more.

Early Notables of the Camerata family

Rocco Camerata-Scoazzo, who was made Baron of Casalgismondo by Royal Decree on July 21, 1869

Camerata migration to the United States +

Camerata Settlers in United States in the 19th Century

Antonio Camerata, who arrived at New York on May 21, 1883 aboard the "Assyria"

Contemporary Notables of the name Camerata (post 1700) +

Frederick J Camerata, Chief Operating Officer of Wavecrest Management, New York