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Etymology of Gáti

What does the name Gáti mean?

The surname Gáti is derived from the Italian word "gatto," meaning "a cat." It was no doubt taken on as a surname after having been a nickname for someone who was in some way cat-like.

Early Origins of the Gáti family

The surname Gáti was first found in Sicily (Italian: Sicilia), the largest island in the Mediterranean Sea. 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 Gáti family

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Gáti Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Gati, Gatti, Gatto, Gatta, La Gatto, Gattelli, Gattini, Gattoli, Gattolin, Gattulli, Gattullo, Gattai, Gattei, Gatteschi, Gatiglia, Gattuso, Del Gatto, Gattico, Gattinara, Gattic, Gattola and many more.

Early Notables of the Gáti family

  • Antonio Gati of Polermo, in 1905
  • Benedetto Gati from Licata, Sicily in 1902
  • Vincenzo Gati from Licata, Sicily in 1909


Gáti migration to the United States +



Gáti Settlers in United States in the 19th Century


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