Prosperini History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Etymology of Prosperini

What does the name Prosperini mean?

The Prosperini surname comes from the personal name Prospero, from the Latin word "prosperus," meaning "prosperous," or "fortunate."

Early Origins of the Prosperini family

The surname Prosperini was first found in Ferrara, a city and comune in Emilia-Romagna, northern Italy, capital city of the Province of Ferrara. History dates the city back to 753. It was at war with Venice in 1471. It is a walled city and notable is the Church of S.Cristoforo. Knitted goods and shawls are made. 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 was in itself a family honor.

Early History of the Prosperini family

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Prosperini Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Prosperi, Prosperini, Prospero, Prosperina, Prosperino, Prospera and many more.

Early Notables of the Prosperini family

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Prosperini migration to the United States +

Prosperini Settlers in United States in the 20th Century

Felice Prosperini, aged 30, who immigrated to the United States from Sora, in 1903
Guiseppe Prosperini, aged 26, who landed in America from Grottedicastro, in 1905
Scipione Prosperini, aged 17, who landed in America from Capodmonte, Italy, in 1912
Luigi Prosperini, aged 21, who immigrated to America from Capodinsute, Italy, in 1913
Giacomo Prosperini, aged 21, who settled in America from Capodimonto, Italy, in 1913
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