Summary

Italian surname with roots in the region of Calabria. The name is derived from the Italian word 'pellegrino,' meaning pilgrim, suggesting a family history of religious journeys. Pellegrino families can be traced back to the 14th century in the Calabrian town of Vibo Valentia.
There are
7398
Pellegrinos in the USA
Pellegrino is the
4781st
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Pellegrino

AntonioPellegrino

Italian artist known for his landscape paintings during the Renaissance.

MariaPellegrino

Acclaimed Italian opera singer of the 19th century, renowned for her soprano voice.

GiovanniPellegrino

Italian philosopher and theologian, influential in the development of scholasticism.

IsabellaPellegrino

Spanish explorer who played a significant role in the colonization of the Americas.

FrancescoPellegrino

Italian architect and designer celebrated for his contributions to urban planning.

Pellegrino Genealogy

OriginsItalian
Geographic DistributionPrimarily found in Italy, with diaspora communities worldwide.
VariationsPellegrini
Migration and ImmigrationMigration and immigration of the Pellegrino surname occurred primarily during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Many individuals with the surname migrated from Italy to countries such as the United States, Canada, and Australia in search of better economic opportunities and a new life. The surge in immigration was driven by factors such as poverty, political unrest, and the promise of a brighter future in foreign lands.