CERULLO
Cerullo
Cerullo is an Italian surname that originated in the southern region of Italy. The surname is not widely known in Britain but may be attributed to individuals of Italian descent residing in the country.
The name Cerullo is believed to have originated from the Italian word cerulo, which means "blue". It is likely that the surname was derived from a nickname or physical feature related to the colour blue. Surnames were commonly derived from personal characteristics, occupations, or locations in historic Italy.
Individuals bearing the surname Cerullo may have ancestral ties to the Campania region, particularly the province of Naples, where the name is relatively common.
As with many Italian surnames, the variations in spelling may exist due to dialectal differences and pronunciation through generations. The surname Cerullo may have undergone various alterations over time, depending on the literacy of the bearers and local accents.
In modern times, individuals with the surname Cerullo may be found in different parts of the world, including the United Kingdom, where they may preserve their Italian heritage and connections through family traditions, cuisine, and cultural practices.
There are approximately 100 people named Cerullo in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Cerullo.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Paul
Female
- Malin