Vassallo Surname History

• Origins Available:
• Italy
• Spain

Etymology of Vassallo

The distinguished surname Vassallo has roots in Spain, and is classified as being of occupational origin. It can be said that the most ancient and most interesting of surnames are those derived from the occupation of the original bearer. "Vasallo" has its roots in the Celtic word "vassallos" that came into the Italian and Castilian languages by way of the Latin "vassallus," meaning "vassal." The word Vasallo, and therefore the family surname Vassallo, is defined as "he who receives benefits or honor of a Lord, such as lands, money, or the condition of Knighthood, in exchange for important services that had been given to him."

Early Origins of the Vassallo family

Early History of the Vassallo family

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Vassallo Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Vassallo, Vasallo, Vasselli, Vassellini, Vassalli and many more.

Early Notables of the Vassallo family

• Stefano Vassallo, a 16th century senator of Palermo
• Luigi Vassallo, who was given the title "barone di San Bartolomeo," on September 3, 1670
• Ignazio Vassallo e Bellacera was an 18th century senator in Palermo
• Bartolomeo Vassallo was the Governor of Tavola in 1785

Vassallo Ranking

the United States, the name Vassallo is the 9,882^nd most popular surname with an estimated 2,487 people with that name. 1 However, in France, the name Vassallo is ranked the 5,092^nd most popular surname with an estimated 1,000 - 1,500 people with that name. 2