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Scrivano Family History

Scrivano Surname Meaning

Italian: occupational name for a clerk, secretary, or scribe from scrivano (from medieval Latin scribanus).

It highlights the historical role of individuals who performed writing and record-keeping tasks in various capacities.

These figures were essential in administrative and legal matters, as they documented important information and facilitated communication.

The evolution of the term reflects the linguistic changes from Late Latin scriba to the modern Italian form.

As such, it serves as a reminder of the longstanding significance of writing in societal functions.

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


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Where is the Scrivano family from?

You can see how Scrivano families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Scrivano family name was found in the USA, the UK, and Canada between 1891 and 1920. The most Scrivano families were found in USA in 1920. In 1911 there were 4 Scrivano families living in Ontario. This was 100% of all the recorded Scrivano's in Canada. Ontario had the highest population of Scrivano families in 1911.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Scrivano surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
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What did your Scrivano ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Laborer and Press Operator were the top reported jobs for men and women in the USA named Scrivano. 56% of Scrivano men worked as a Laborer and 50% of Scrivano women worked as a Press Operator. Some less common occupations for Americans named Scrivano were Farm Operator and Quiller.

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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
    56%
  • Chauffeur
    23%
  • Farm Operator
    23%

Top Female Occupations In 1940

  • Press Operator
    50%
  • Quiller
    50%

What Scrivano family records will you find?

Census Records

There are 406 census records available for the last name Scrivano. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Scrivano 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 268 immigration records available for the last name Scrivano. 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 150 military records available for the last name Scrivano. For the veterans among your Scrivano ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Scrivano lifespan?

Between 1947 and 2004, in the United States, Scrivano life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1947, and highest in 2004. The average life expectancy for Scrivano in 1947 was 44, and 92 in 2004.

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