Amato Family Crest and Surname Origin
A short guide to the Amato surname: its meaning, its roots in Italy, and its heraldry.
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Origin of the Amato name
Amato comes from the medieval given name Amato, from Latin Amatus, "beloved", a name with Christian associations and a common wish for a newborn child. It was borne by several early saints. The surname is typical of southern Italy, especially Sicily, Campania and Calabria.
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This overview covers the Amato 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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Amato name FAQ
What does the Amato name mean?
Beloved. Common variants include Amati, D'Amato, Amatucci.
Where does the Amato surname come from?
It originates in Italy, and is also found in the United States, Argentina and Brazil.
Is there a Amato coat of arms?
Arms were granted to individuals, not whole surnames, so there is no single Amato crest. Herald Lab paints a personalized Amato 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.