BALDASSARRE
Baldassarre
Origin and Meaning
Baldassarre is a British surname of Italian origin. Derived from the given name "Baldassarre," which is the Italian form of the name Balthazar, meaning "Baal protect the king" in Semitic languages. The name has biblical origins and is associated with one of the Three Wise Men who visited the infant Jesus.
Distribution
The surname Baldassarre is relatively rare in the United Kingdom, with a concentration in regions where Italian immigration has influenced the local population, such as London, Manchester, and Liverpool.
Notable Individuals
- Gianfranco Baldassarre (b. 1958): An Italian politician who served as a Member of the European Parliament.
- Ernesto Baldassarre (b. 1949): An Italian artist known for his surrealist paintings.
Legacy
The surname Baldassarre carries with it a sense of cultural heritage and a connection to Italian history and traditions. It serves as a reminder of the migration patterns that have shaped the demographic landscape of the United Kingdom.
There are approximately 44 people named Baldassarre in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Baldassarre.
Similar and related surnames
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