Simonel History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Etymology of Simonel

What does the name Simonel mean?

The name Simonel originated from the personal name Simon, itself a derivative of the Hebrew name "Sim'on," from the verb "sama" meaning "to listen." Thus, the name Simonel means "God has listened," referring to the gratitude of the parents who, having wished for a child, had their prayers answered.

Early Origins of the Simonel family

The surname Simonel was first found in Trapani, anciently Drepanum, Sicily. Bearers of Simonel or one of its spelling variations have been found throughout southern Italy, but particularly on the island of Sicily, and in the region of Campania.

Early History of the Simonel family

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Simonel Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Simone, Simonelli, Simonetti, Simoni, Simioni, Desimone and many more.

Early Notables of the Simonel family

Giuseppe Simonelli (c.1650-1710), an Italian painter, active in a late-Baroque style

Migration of the Simonel family

Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: M. Simone, who arrived in Pennsylvania, sometime in the late 19th century, Giuseppe DeSimone, who arrived in New York in 1882 onboard the Orsola and Amalia DeSimone, a 19 year old girl who arrived in New York in 1888 on board the SS Letimbro..

The Simonel Motto +

The motto was originally a war cry or slogan. Mottoes first began to be shown with arms in the 14th and 15th centuries, but were not in general use until the 17th century. Thus the oldest coats of arms generally do not include a motto. Mottoes seldom form part of the grant of arms: Under most heraldic authorities, a motto is an optional component of the coat of arms, and can be added to or changed at will; many families have chosen not to display a motto.

Motto: Unguibus armatus in hostem
Motto Translation: Armed Against The Enemy.