Pellegrini

Pellegrini is a British surname with Italian origins, deriving from the Italian word "pellegrino" meaning pilgrim or traveller. The surname is believed to have been brought to the British Isles by Italian immigrants, particularly from regions such as Tuscany and Lombardy.

The Pellegrini surname is relatively rare in the United Kingdom, but those who bear this name often take pride in their Italian heritage. Over the years, the name has likely undergone various spellings and adaptations to suit the English language.

Individuals with the surname Pellegrini may have ancestors who were involved in trade, crafts, or other pursuits that required travel, reflecting the historical significance of the name as denoting a traveller or pilgrim. Today, the Pellegrini surname is a testament to the diverse cultural influences that have shaped British society.

There are approximately 339 people named Pellegrini in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Pellegrini.

Region of origin: Europe

Country of origin: Italy

Language of origin: Italian

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Aldo
  • Anthony
  • Armando
  • George
  • Harold
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Nicholas
  • Paul
  • Philip
  • Robert
  • Roberto
  • Victor

Female

  • Claudia
  • Cristina
  • Emma
  • Gisele
  • Laetitia
  • Laura
  • Lia
  • Lisa
  • Lucy
  • Maria
  • Nicola
  • Sara
  • Sharon
  • Silvia
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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