Ruffinni History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Italy

Etymology of Ruffinni

What does the name Ruffinni mean?

The surname Ruffinni has at least two possible origins: First, the name Ruffinni 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 Ruffinni 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 Ruffinni family

The surname Ruffinni was first found in southern Italy, particularly on the island of Sicily. The surname Ruffinni has at least two possible origins: First, the name Ruffinni 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 Ruffinni 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 Ruffinni family

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Ruffinni Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Ruffino, Ruffini, Ruffo, Ruffi and others.

Early Notables of the Ruffinni family

Ruggero Ruffino, who was senator of the city of Siracusa and counselor of the Baron of Capopassero. Also worth noting are Antonio Ruffino di Siracusa, who was a jurist in 1421...
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Migration of the Ruffinni family

Some 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".