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Molinelli Name Meaning

Italian: patronymic or plural form of a diminutive of Molino possibly from a minor place so called.

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


Similar surnames: Militello, Minelli, Polsinelli, Monacelli, Molini, Marinelli

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Where is the Molinelli family from?

You can see how Molinelli families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Molinelli family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Molinelli families were found in USA in 1920. In 1880 there were 6 Molinelli families living in Illinois. This was about 40% of all the recorded Molinelli's in USA. Illinois had the highest population of Molinelli families in 1880.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Molinelli surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.

What did your Molinelli ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Owner and Stenographer were the top reported jobs for men and women in the USA named Molinelli. 19% of Molinelli men worked as an Owner and 34% of Molinelli women worked as a Stenographer. Some less common occupations for Americans named Molinelli were General Clerk and Clerk. .

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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.

Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Owner
    19%
  • Salesman
    14%
  • Clerk
    14%
  • General Clerk
    10%

Top Female Occupations In 1940

  • Stenographer
    34%
  • Packer
    23%
  • Housekeeper
    23%
  • Clerk
    23%
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Census Records

There are 1,000 census records available for the last name Molinelli. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Molinelli 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 870 immigration records available for the last name Molinelli. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in the USA, and how they made the journey - from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure.

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Draft Cards

There are 399 military records available for the last name Molinelli. For the veterans among your Molinelli ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Molinelli lifespan?

Between 1959 and 2004, in the United States, Molinelli life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1960, and highest in 1997. The average life expectancy for Molinelli in 1959 was 55, and 75 in 2004.

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