About Cantelmi
The surname Cantelmi is of Italian origin and is derived from the Latin word "cantellus," meaning "little song." It is believed to have originated as a nickname for someone who had a pleasant singing voice or who enjoyed singing. Over time, the name evolved into Cantelmi and became a hereditary surname passed down through generations. Today, individuals with the surname Cantelmi can be found primarily in Italy and among Italian diaspora communities around the world.
The surname Cantelmi is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Cantelmi based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Cantelmi in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Cantelmi using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.