About Chimino
The surname Chimino is of Italian origin and is derived from the personal name "Cimino," which itself is a diminutive form of the given name "Cima." The name Cima is derived from the Latin word "cyma," meaning "top" or "summit." Therefore, the surname Chimino likely originated as a nickname for someone who lived at the top of a hill or had a prominent position in a community. It is a relatively rare surname and is primarily found in Italy and among Italian diaspora communities.
The surname Chimino is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Chimino based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Chimino is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Chimino in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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