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Ciresi Family History

Ciresi Surname Meaning

Italian: from a derivative of Latin ceresa ‘cherry’ probably applied as a nickname for someone with rosy cheeks or cherry lips.

It could also serve as a topographic name for someone who lived in a place with an abundance of cherry trees.

Alternatively, it may be a metonymic occupational name for a grower or seller of cherries.

The versatility of the name reflects both physical traits and geographical or occupational connections.

As such, it showcases the rich linguistic heritage tied to the cultivation and appreciation of cherries in Italian culture.

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


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Where is the Ciresi family from?

You can see how Ciresi families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Ciresi family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 5 Ciresi families living in Ohio. This was about 22% of all the recorded Ciresi's in USA. Ohio had the highest population of Ciresi families in 1920.
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What did your Ciresi ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Laborer and Waitress were the top reported jobs for men and women in the USA named Ciresi. 30% of Ciresi men worked as a Laborer and 20% of Ciresi women worked as a Waitress. Some less common occupations for Americans named Ciresi were Helper and New Worker.

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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
    30%
  • Salesman
    15%
  • Owner
    15%
  • Helper
    10%

Top Female Occupations In 1940

  • Waitress
    20%
  • Machine Operator
    20%
  • Clerk
    20%
  • New Worker
    20%

What Ciresi family records will you find?

Census Records

There are 695 census records available for the last name Ciresi. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Ciresi 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 284 immigration records available for the last name Ciresi. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in the UK, and how they made the journey - from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure.

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Draft Cards

There are 255 military records available for the last name Ciresi. For the veterans among your Ciresi ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Ciresi lifespan?

Between 1954 and 2004, in the United States, Ciresi life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1954, and highest in 2002. The average life expectancy for Ciresi in 1954 was 45, and 77 in 2004.

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