About Scannelli
The surname Scannelli is of Italian origin and is derived from the personal name "Scannellus," which itself is a diminutive form of the name "Scannus." The name Scannelli is primarily found in the Lombardy region of Italy. It is believed to have originated as a nickname for someone with a quick or agile nature, as the root of the name "scannus" is derived from the Latin word "scandere," meaning "to climb" or "to leap." Therefore, the surname Scannelli likely denotes a person who was nimble or sprightly.
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The surname Scannelli is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Scannelli 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 Scannelli in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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