The Cencio Family Name

Bearers of the name Cencio share their surname's story with Cenci, its better-known spelling. Its meaning, shared with Cenci, is “Rags”.

Family crest and blazon

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How the spelling arose

Cencio is listed among the recognised spellings of Cenci. Spellings drifted because names were written down by ear in parish books, tax rolls and passenger lists. Other spellings include Cencetti.

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