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Rinella Family History

Rinella Surname Meaning

Italian:: habitational name from Rinella in Ficarra and Leni Messina province Sicily. from a pet form of Rina a female personal name derived from any of numerous names ending with -ro or -ra or with the double suffix -ino + -ella.

In either case, this naming convention shows almost complete loss of the root. The evolution of names in this manner highlights the linguistic transitions that occur over time.

The significance of such names often ties back to geographical locations, which can reveal historical settlement patterns and cultural influences.

Names that are derived from locations often carry a sense of identity for individuals and families, linking them to their ancestral origins.

Understanding these naming conventions can provide deeper insights into Italian heritage and the migration of naming practices across different regions.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


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Where is the Rinella family from?

You can see how Rinella families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Rinella family name was found in the USA, and Canada between 1911 and 1920. The most Rinella families were found in USA in 1920. In 1911 there were 8 Rinella families living in Manitoba. This was 100% of all the recorded Rinella's in Canada. Manitoba had the highest population of Rinella families in 1911.
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What did your Rinella ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Laborer and New Worker were the top reported jobs for men and women in the USA named Rinella. 16% of Rinella men worked as a Laborer and 23% of Rinella women worked as a New Worker. Some less common occupations for Americans named Rinella were Manager and Clerk.

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*We display top occupations by gender to maintain their historical accuracy during times when men and women often performed different jobs.

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Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Laborer
    16%
  • Truck Driver
    12%
  • Salesman
    12%
  • Manager
    8%

Top Female Occupations In 1940

  • New Worker
    23%
  • Saleslady
    19%
  • Stenographer
    14%
  • Clerk
    14%

What Rinella family records will you find?

Census Records

There are 1,000 census records available for the last name Rinella. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Rinella census records can tell you where and how your ancestors worked, their level of education, veteran status, and more.

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Passenger Lists

There are 731 immigration records available for the last name Rinella. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in Canada, and how they made the journey - from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure.

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Draft Cards

There are 403 military records available for the last name Rinella. For the veterans among your Rinella ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Rinella lifespan?

Between 1958 and 2004, in the United States, Rinella life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1958, and highest in 2001. The average life expectancy for Rinella in 1958 was 47, and 87 in 2004.

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