Giordano Coat of Arms & Family Crest
Where the Giordano name began, what it means, and how Herald Lab researches a Giordano coat of arms.
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Origin of the Giordano name
Giordano is the Italian form of Jordan, from the river name made famous by baptism in the New Testament. Medieval pilgrims returning from the Holy Land sometimes took the name, and it became a hereditary surname, especially in southern Italy and Sicily.
Our historical archives hold much more on the Giordano name: dates, names and records of early bearers.
This overview covers the Giordano name in Italy. We also hold records of the name in other countries, such as the United States, Argentina and Brazil; your full pack is researched for your family's country of origin.
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Giordano name FAQ
What does the Giordano name mean?
Jordan (from the river). Common variants include Jordan, Giordani, Di Giordano.
Where does the Giordano surname come from?
It originates in Italy, and is also found in the United States, Argentina and Brazil.
Is there a Giordano coat of arms?
Arms were granted to individuals, not whole surnames, so there is no single Giordano crest. Herald Lab paints a personalized Giordano coat of arms based on historic heraldry.
Researched by Herald Lab Research Studio, since 1993. Sources: De Felice, Dizionario dei cognomi italiani; Caffarelli & Marcato, I cognomi d'Italia.